2016 NISSAN JUKE1.2L Petrol

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing frequency of mechanical failures. While the 2025-12-05 test resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several issues that required rectification following a failure on the same day. These defects included a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit, a nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint with play, and an offside front track rod end ball joint with play. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple failures in 2024 and 2025 suggests that components are beginning to degrade as the vehicle ages. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2016 model, averaging approximately 5,752 miles per year. The record shows a steady, incremental rise from 15,846 miles in 2019 to the current 57,518 miles in December 2025. This low usage pattern often results in less mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the MOT history indicates that rubber components and suspension joints are still succumbing to age-related deterioration. The lack of high-mileage stress is offset by the fact that tyres are perishing or wearing unevenly, which is common in vehicles that spend significant time stationary. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the front suspension assembly during a physical inspection. The recurring faults involving ball joints and track rod ends in both the 2024 and 2025 tests indicate that the steering and suspension components are a weak point for this vehicle. You must check for any remaining play in the suspension arms and ensure the steering feels tight and free from vibration. The repeated mentions of tyre damage, cracking, and uneven wear suggest that the vehicle may suffer from alignment issues or that tyres are being replaced only when they reach the legal limit rather than as part of proactive maintenance. Inspect the condition of all tyres, specifically looking for sidewall cracking or uneven tread wear which has appeared in several recent tests. While the vehicle has passed its most recent MOT, the pattern of failing on suspension components and tyres suggests that the owner may be reactive rather than preventative with repairs. Checking the integrity of the suspension bushes and the overall condition of the steering rack would be prudent to ensure these recurring issues have been fully resolved.