Is the Nissan Micra considered a reliable car?
Although its reliable status has endured to the current day, the truth is that the most recent Micras have just as many sophisticated features as any other car and are not immune to mechanical gremlins. The bulk of the technology in the new Micra is tried and tested, though.
How can I find out if my Nissan Micra is affected by a recall?
You can find out if the car you are interested in buying has been affected by a recall – and whether the work has been carried out – by contacting a Nissan dealer with the registration number. What are the most common problems with a used Nissan Micra hatchback? Clutches on cars with a manual gearbox can be vulnerable.
What to do when your Micra won’t start?
Removing the fuel pump fuse is a well known way of getting a start when the engine is flooded on your model. This doesn’t apply to the later type Micras with multi point fuel injection….99 to 02. There was a modified wiring loom section for the cold start system on those earlier Micras to rectify bad starting.
Why is my Nissan Micra having gearbox issues?
The CVT automatic gearbox has also caused issues for some owners, but this tends to be when a car hasn’t been serviced to schedule (this gearbox requires a fluid change at three years old). As such, try to find a car with a full service history and, if in doubt, get the gearbox checked by a Nissan specialist.
What does it mean when your Micra won’t start?
If the plugs are firing at the wrong time, or something has happened to cause the camshaft to no longer be in sync with the crankshaft, your Micra won’t start. There will usually be OBDII codes associated with timing related problems, but not always. P0013 is a common camshaft position related code.
You can find out if the car you are interested in buying has been affected by a recall – and whether the work has been carried out – by contacting a Nissan dealer with the registration number. What are the most common problems with a used Nissan Micra hatchback? Clutches on cars with a manual gearbox can be vulnerable.
Is the Nissan Micra a good car to buy?
Read more… The Nissan Micra is a very reliable small car, a good size for parking in London. This car cost very little money in running costs and maintenance so really economical and good for short or fairly short journeys not a car you would own if you travelled great distances regularly but otherwise ticks the right boxes.
The CVT automatic gearbox has also caused issues for some owners, but this tends to be when a car hasn’t been serviced to schedule (this gearbox requires a fluid change at three years old). As such, try to find a car with a full service history and, if in doubt, get the gearbox checked by a Nissan specialist.