2013 Nissan Leaf Electric · BG13 ABF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred repairs regarding suspension components. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 71,519 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior. That failure identified multiple critical issues including worn front track rods, lower arm ball joints, and anti-roll bar linkages. The transition from excessive wear to slight play in the subsequent pass suggests that the previous owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach a point of failure rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 71,519 miles, the Nissan Leaf shows low annual mileage for its age, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the long intervals between tests, such as the eighteen-month gap between May 2019 and November 2020. However, the low mileage appears to contribute to age-related degradation. The record shows recurring issues with pitted and scored brake discs across a decade, and a note of perishing tyres in 2019, which are common symptoms of vehicles that spend short distances or sit for long periods stationary. A prospective buyer must inspect the rear sub-frame closely, as the December 2025 test flagged corrosion that was not yet structurally weakened. While currently within legal limits, corrosion on structural components in EVs requires monitoring as it rarely reverses. The front suspension also demands a thorough physical check, as the ball joints and track rods have failed or shown wear repeatedly over the last three years. Given the history of thin rear pads and scored discs, the braking system should be verified for even wear and seized calipers to ensure the recent replacements are not nearing the end of their functional life.