2017 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · T26 TAE

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects recorded, and the preceding two tests on 6 May 2025 and 30 April 2024 were also issued as straight passes with no advisories. The overall pattern is therefore one of stable, consistent compliance, with the single historical failure in April 2024 having been rectified prior to re-test on the same day. The advisory entries from the July 2020 test are now several years old and relate to consumable items that would have been addressed in routine servicing well before now. Taken together, the DVSA record presents a well-maintained vehicle with no recurring or escalating defect trend, which is reassuring for a prospective buyer. With a recorded mileage of 31,393 miles over approximately nine years, this Navara has covered an average of only around 3,488 miles annually, which is considerably below the typical mileage for a working pickup or SUV of this age. Such low annual usage suggests the vehicle has either been used predominantly for short journeys or has experienced extended periods of standing between uses. Both scenarios carry specific mechanical implications, the most notable being accelerated corrosion of brake discs due to infrequent use, potential binding of calipers, and increased risk of oil seal drying in drivetrain components. Long idle periods can also be hard on the 12V battery, particularly if the vehicle has not been maintained on a conditioning charger or used regularly enough to keep it fully charged. Given the low usage profile, a physical inspection should focus on age-related deterioration rather than wear. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and original-equipment fitments on a 2017 vehicle would be well beyond their recommended service life. The braking system warrants a thorough check, including measuring brake disc thickness for corrosion pitting and verifying that the calipers release cleanly without binding, as standing vehicles frequently suffer from uneven pad transfer onto corroded disc surfaces. The condition of the underbody and suspension components, particularly the coil springs, should be inspected for any surface corrosion, since one front coil spring did fracture at the previous MOT and Nissan Navara coil springs are known to be a recurring weakness on this generation. During a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or top mount deterioration. The transmission, whether manual or automatic, should be checked for smooth engagement and any signs of clutch slip or torque converter shudder, as low-mileage units can suffer from degraded internal seals if left standing for prolonged periods. All fluid services should be verified against calendar age rather than mileage, including engine oil and filter, brake fluid (which typically requires replacement every two years regardless of use), coolant, and transfer box and differential oils on four-wheel-drive models. A healthy battery voltage test and inspection of the charging system would also be prudent, and a full service history with evidence of annual use, even at low mileage, would substantially strengthen buyer confidence in this otherwise well-presented vehicle.