NISSAN JUKE2017 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 68,968 miles passed, it flagged a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with play and thinning front brake pads. This follows a clear progression from the January 2025 test where suspension arm bushes were noted as worn, indicating that the front end assembly is now reaching the end of its functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. Between January 2022 at 37,824 miles and January 2026 at 68,968 miles, the car covered over 31,000 miles, suggesting a steady rate of use. The 2024 inspection was notably clean with no recorded defects, but the subsequent years show that wear and tear on rubber and metal components accelerated as the vehicle aged between intervals. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the recurring reports of worn bushes and failing ball joints suggest significant investment is imminent to prevent handling issues. The 2026 report of pitted front brake discs and thin pads confirms that the front braking system requires immediate replacement of both components to ensure safe stopping. Additionally, the history of perishing tyres and uneven wear in 2023 and 2025 indicates that rubber-based components and wheel alignment checks may have been neglected until they reached critical thresholds.