2017 Nissan Pulsar 1.2L Petrol · PK67 AAO

A nine-year-old Nissan Pulsar carrying a recorded 24,331 miles presents an MOT history that is broadly clean but punctuated by a notable tyre-related failure in early 2023, which has since not recurred. The most recent examination on 15 January 2026 returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, continuing a stable trend across 2024 and 2026. The only flagged items since that 2023 event are two advisories from the 28 January 2025 test, both relating to slight damage, cracking, or perishing on the rear tyres. The single dangerous failure on 30 January 2023 involved a nearside front tyre with exposed plies or cords in the sidewall, alongside advisories for both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit on the inside shoulder. Since then, the record shows no further tyre advisories, suggesting the tyre issues were addressed and have not reappeared on subsequent tests. Against an age of nine years, the recorded annual mileage of approximately 2,703 miles is very low, indicating either genuinely light use or extended periods of the vehicle being stationary. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing sequence, with annual tests consistently recorded from 2023 through 2026, which suggests the vehicle has remained taxed and on the road throughout, even if used sparingly. Mechanically, low annual mileage of this nature reduces wear on major drivetrain and suspension components but can promote issues with rubber and fluid-based items through underuse. Despite the low mileage, the test record does not show advisories on components typically associated with prolonged standing, such as brake pipe corrosion, suspension bush deterioration, or exhaust mounting decay. For a prospective buyer, the principal area of attention is the tyre wear pattern flagged in the 2023 failure, where both front tyres were worn down to the inside shoulder. On a test drive, pay close attention to steering feel, particularly any pulling to one side under braking or during steady cruising, which could indicate uneven wear persisting or suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes or top mount deterioration. Listen for knocks or clonks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as low-mileage cars can develop stiff or dry bushes that transmit noise without showing excessive play. Inspect the front tyres physically for uneven inner-edge wear, and check the rear tyres for any cracking or perishing similar to that noted in the 2025 advisories, particularly if they are the same items fitted at that time. Given the relatively sparse recorded mileage, it is prudent to assess components that degrade with age rather than use. Examine the brake discs closely for surface corrosion or pitting, which is common on lightly driven vehicles and can cause pedal judder or vibration under braking. Check all visible brake pipes and the underbody for any surface rust, paying particular attention to jacking points and suspension subframes, even though no such advisories have been recorded. Verify the condition of the coolant, brake fluid, and drive belts as part of any pre-purchase inspection, and confirm that the tyres fitted at the viewing match in age and brand, as the 2025 advisories for the rears may have been resolved only shortly before sale.