Nissan Micra K12 1.2, 65 PS, 5-speed manual (2003–2005)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Nissan Micra K12 (2003-2010): known problems and buying guide

  Below-average breakdown record. Prefer a car built after the 2005 facelift and check the chain on pre-2005 1.2 petrols before paying.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. On a 1.2 petrol built before the 2005 facelift, ask for timing chain records. Listen for a rattle on cold start. A rattle, knocking under load changes, or no chain records means a workshop must check the chain.
2. Turn the key through every position and start the engine. A lock that sticks, or a car that will not start, is a fault.
3. Start the car and check the airbag warning light. If it stays on, a scanner is needed to read the fault. A faulty airbag plug is one cause.
4. Open and close the tailgate with the key and with its switch. A lock that does not open or close is a fault.
5. Bounce each corner of the car. Shock absorbers that let the car keep bouncing need replacing. Ask for the TÜV report. Failed springs or shock absorbers are a bad sign.
6. Check every recall campaign for the VIN with a Nissan dealer before you buy. The campaigns are in the Recalls table.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions