2005 Nissan Murano 3.5L Petrol · KE05 PJE

Structural integrity and exhaust system reliability represent the primary mechanical concerns for this vehicle, given the documented history of corrosion and gas leaks. The most recent recorded test on 2017-10-20 resulted in a pass, but it followed a failure in October 2017 involving a broken silencer flange, ineffective windscreen wipers, and parking brake issues. The presence of advisories regarding subframe mounting corrosion and deteriorated anti-roll bar bushes suggests a trend of age-related wear and oxidation that requires close monitoring. The vehicle has covered 145,544 miles over its lifespan, which equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 6,931 miles. This usage pattern is typical for a vehicle of this age and indicates a relatively moderate rate of mileage accumulation. While this lower annual average suggests the drivetrain and major mechanical components may not have been subjected to extreme high-speed motorway mileage, it also means the vehicle has likely experienced more frequent short trips or periods of lower activity, which can coincide with the observed perishing of rubber components and the development of corrosion on mounting areas. A physical inspection during a test drive should focus heavily on the chassis and suspension. The 2017 advisories specifically flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside rear subframe mountings. You should inspect these areas for significant scale or perforation and listen for any heavy knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate that the deteriorated anti-roll bar bushes have progressed to causing excessive movement. Furthermore, the history of exhaust leaks, specifically a broken silencer flange and a major leak in the centre exhaust, necessitates a check for any abnormal engine noise, excessive vibration, or the smell of exhaust fumes within the cabin. Braking performance also warrants attention due to recorded failures regarding parking brake efficiency and lack of reserve travel. During a test drive, pay close attention to the engagement of the handbrake to ensure it holds the vehicle firmly on an incline and check that the footbrake pedal feels firm without excessive travel. Additionally, the advisory regarding a tyre wearing on its inner edge suggests potential alignment issues or suspension geometry wear; you should check for any pulling to one side during straight-line driving or uneven tread wear across all four tyres.