2008 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · BK58 AED

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy, having failed its most recent MOT test on 8 October 2025 at 114,464 miles. While the record shows a stable history of passes between 2022 and 2024, the latest failure indicates an unresolved issue that prevents the car from being legally driven. The absence of specific defect descriptions in the provided data is unusual for a failure, which suggests a need for immediate verification of the actual rejection reasons. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 6,359 miles per year. Usage has remained steady over the last few years, with 4,494 miles added between June 2023 and July 2024, and a further 2,675 miles recorded by October 2025. This moderate usage typically reduces the risk of extreme drivetrain wear but increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber components and seals. A buyer must physically inspect the vehicle for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and chassis, as this is a common failure point for Nissan Notes of this era. Since the record shows a clean run of passes from June 2022 to July 2024, the mechanical upkeep appears consistent. However, the recent failure must be scrutinised to determine if it relates to critical safety components like brake discs, suspension bushes, or exhaust emissions. Given the car is 18 years old, check for perished tyres and leaking shock absorbers. The lack of recorded advisories over several years is positive, but it may also indicate a tester who was less rigorous. Prioritise a check of the braking system for binding calipers and ensure the engine oil and coolant are clean to confirm the owner maintained the car beyond the minimum MOT requirements.