2008 NISSAN NAVARA2.5L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 104,761 miles passed despite advisories for thinning front brake pads and a persistent oil leak from the rear differential. This represents a progression from the December 2024 test, where the leak was noted as slight, suggesting the seal failure is gradually worsening but has not yet reached a critical failure point. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 104,761 miles reflects a low average of approximately 5,820 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from distance. There is a notable gap between the August 2022 test at 87,524 miles and the December 2024 test at 97,747 miles, where the vehicle sat or used minimally for two years. Such periods of standing can lead to dry seals and corrosion-related failures. A buyer must inspect the rear differential to determine if the ongoing oil leak requires a simple seal replacement or indicates a more expensive internal component failure. The history also highlights recurring issues with the supplementary restraint system; the airbag light was flashing intermittently in 2022 and the engine management light caused a failure in August 2023. These electrical faults suggest potential underlying wiring issues or a faulty sensor that has not been fully addressed, only cleared for between tests. Additionally, the front brake pads require immediate attention as they were flagged as thin during the latest inspection.