2008 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · AG08 CNO

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 25 April 2025 with no recorded defects, indicating a stable mechanical status over the most recent testing cycle. While the record shows immediate re-tests on both the 2025 and 2024 occasions, these instances resulted in clean passes without documented advisories or failures, suggesting the initial test failures were likely administrative or minor procedural oversights rather than indicative of systemic mechanical degradation. The absence of recurring component failures points to consistent, if basic, maintenance standards. At 145,876 miles over an 18-year lifespan, the vehicle averages approximately 8,100 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a car of this age. The mileage accumulation remains steady, with roughly 5,500 miles added between the May 2024 and April 2025 tests. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of inactivity, which often leads to seized calipers, perished rubber components, or fuel system deterioration. The data indicates a reliable history of annual testing without significant gaps in the inspection cycle. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on high-wear areas common to the Nissan Note platform, specifically the condition of the rear suspension coil springs and the integrity of the subframe, as these are prone to corrosion in older examples. Despite the clean MOT history, check the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or heavy pitting, as these components often escape detailed scrutiny during standard testing. Listen for excessive noise from the wheel bearings and check for signs of oil seepage around the engine block, as high-mileage examples frequently develop minor leaks that do not always trigger an immediate MOT failure but require attention for long-term reliability.