2020 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · AF70 HWS

The most recent MOT test conducted in October 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. When evaluating the overall maintenance trend, there was a notable period of declining compliance in late 2024, which included a failure for a dangerous tyre tread depth and a major defect regarding parking brake efficiency. However, the subsequent clean pass in 2025 indicates that these critical issues were addressed and rectified. The current trend suggests that a period of corrective maintenance has been completed, moving the vehicle from a state of non-compliance back to a standard roadworthy condition. The vehicle has covered 86,090 miles in approximately six years, averaging roughly 14,348 miles per annum. This represents a high level of usage for its age, suggesting the vehicle has been a regular workhorse rather than one that has spent significant time stationary. While this regular use helps prevent issues like brake binding or fluid degradation caused by standing idle, the higher mileage implies more significant wear on consumable parts. You should anticipate that components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain seals may be approaching the end of their service life sooner than a lower-mileage equivalent. The MOT history highlights a recurring issue with tyres wearing close to the legal limit or unevenly on the edges. This pattern is a strong indicator of potential wheel alignment problems or worn steering and suspension components. On your test drive, pay close attention to the steering feel and listen for any clunks or knocks when driving over bumps, which could signal worn bushes or ball joints. You should also check for any uneven tread wear on the new tyres to ensure the tracking is correct. Given the previous major defect regarding the parking brake, it is essential to test the handbrake on a steep incline to confirm it holds the vehicle securely without excessive travel. Furthermore, the history of thin brake pads and tyre wear necessitates a close inspection of the braking system. Check the brake discs for heavy corrosion or scoring and listen for any grinding noises that might indicate the pads are nearing the end of their life. Because this is a high-mileage utility vehicle, you must also verify the service history to ensure that all scheduled maintenance, including oil changes and the replacement of brake fluid, has been documented. A visual inspection of the underside for signs of fluid leaks from the gearbox or differential, as well as checking for structural corrosion, is highly recommended to ensure long-term reliability.