2012 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · ELL 11Y

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in April 2025 at 149,177 miles passed with advisories for a worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and perished tyres on the rear axle, this follows a trend where mechanical faults are only addressed after failing an inspection. The transition from a major failure in 2023 to minor advisories suggests that critical components are being neglected between annual testing intervals. At 149,177 miles, this 14-year-old Juke averages approximately 10,650 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a passenger vehicle. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 13,600 miles covered between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 7,800 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. This steady mileage suggests the car is not sat upon, but it places constant stress on aging components such as the suspension and braking system. A buyer must scrutinize the front suspension assembly, as ball joints and anti-roll bar links have appeared repeatedly as points of failure. The 2023 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on both rear brake pipes and a major exhaust leak, indicating that the under-body components are susceptible to significant rust. Furthermore, the offside front brake caliper showed signs of binding in 2024, which requires a physical check for seized pistons or uneven pad wear to ensure it is not overheating. The presence of perished tyres in the 2025 record suggests that rubber components are failing due to age regardless of remaining tread depth.