2018 Nissan Leaf Electricity · LW12 BJW
2018 Nissan Leaf (electricity). First registered 01/10/2018. Recorded mileage 49,642 miles. MOT valid until 24/10/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN LEAF
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Sidcup (South East London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,642 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- ELECTRICITY
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- ELECTRICITY
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
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AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LW12 BJW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
- 49,642 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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LW12 BJW Mileage History
- 12/10/202236,086 mi
- 14/10/202236,086 mi
- 26/10/202339,009 mi+2,923 mi
- 21/10/202421,375 mi-17,634 mi
- 07/10/202549,642 mi+28,267 mi
Average of roughly 4,539 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
LW12 BJW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Nissan Leaf (LW12 BJW) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge cords starting to show (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2018 Nissan Leaf is a reasonable used EV purchase but approach with measured caution due to a past MOT failure and recent tyre wear. A clean service history and a fresh battery health check should be confirmed before committing.
Given the October 2022 MOT failure for corroded front brake discs and tyre defects, ask the seller for evidence that these were properly repaired and request any invoices for brake and tyre work. A full service history is important for an EV of this age; confirm the 2018-registered Leaf was maintained to schedule, particularly around brake calipers which can seize on low-use electric cars. Negotiate on the basis of the two tyres noted as worn on edges at the 2025 MOT, as these will likely need replacement soon.
As a pure electric vehicle, the Leaf avoids road tax (VED) and benefits from low 'fuel' costs versus petrol or diesel, though exact insurance group and economy depend on specification not shown here. Typical maintenance is reduced versus combustion cars but tyres, brakes, and cabin filters still require periodic spend; the 2022 failure shows discs and tyres can be a cost point. Estimated annual running cost including electricity, insurance, and routine maintenance is around £600-£900.
Inspect the front brake discs for any recurring corrosion or scoring, as the 2022 failure cited pitted inner faces, and check that calipers move freely given the car's electric drivetrain. Examine all four tyres closely: the 2025 MOT flagged nearside rear and offside front worn on edges, and the 2022 failure showed a nearside front tyre with a serious cord-exposing cut and offside rear below 1.6mm, so verify current tread and sidewall condition. Review the 49,642-mile odometer reading against service stamps to confirm consistency with the 2024 drop to 21,375 miles then rise to 39,009 in 2023, which may indicate a recording anomaly or short-term low usage worth clarifying.
The silver 2018 Nissan Leaf (LW12BJW) has covered 49,642 miles as of its October 2025 MOT, having passed every test since a single failure in October 2022. That failure involved front brake disc corrosion and two dangerously worn front/rear tyres, all of which were evidently rectified for the subsequent pass two days later. Recent MOTs show only mild edge tyre wear, suggesting routine maintenance rather than neglect. No aggregate model reliability data is available, so assessment rests solely on this vehicle's own history.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Nissan Leaf, so this assessment is based only on the individual history of LW12BJW.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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