2002 Nissan Almera 1.5L Petrol · YU02 AHC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs regarding critical safety components. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 70,075 miles, this followed a failure just five months prior at 69,831 miles. That failure was caused by excessive corrosion on both rear brake pipes and multiple tyre defects. The transition from a failure to a pass indicates that the owner addressed the immediate mechanical risks only when prompted by the tester, rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,075 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,920 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage patterns, with only 799 miles covered between the June 2024 and December 2025 tests. However, this low-mile profile often correlates with age degradation of rubber-based components. The presence of perishing and cracking tyres in late 2025 is a direct consequence of the rubber failing over time rather than wearing out from tread use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the excessive corrosion noted on the rear brake pipes has been fully remediated and has not spread to the structural mounting of the vehicle. The recurring minor exhaust leak identified in 2023 and 2024 suggests a persistent gasket or manifold issue that may still require attention to prevent future emissions failures. Additionally, the light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber noted in 2022 should be checked to see if it has progressed into a significant leak, as the vehicle's age makes seal failure prone to failure.