2009 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · AM58 AGV

The 2009 Nissan Note’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-11 at 156,306 miles passed without defects, confirming current roadworthiness. However, the record reveals an inconsistent pattern: two consecutive failures in September 2023 and September 2024—both at approximately 144,272 and 150,988 miles—before passing the retests on the same dates. While the vehicle now appears stable, the repeated failures suggest either a narrow pass margin or a temporary oversight in pre-test maintenance. The latest pass, just under a year ago, means the vehicle has not undergone a formal inspection since, leaving 17,306 miles of unchecked usage. Buyers should treat this as a provisional clearance rather than definitive reliability. The mileage progression of roughly 9,200 miles annually aligns with typical light-to-moderate usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no extreme gaps or spikes in the record, though the double MOT attempts in 2023 and 2024—both at nearly identical mileages—stand out as unusual. This could imply either a rushed pre-test repair or a minor recurring issue that was addressed between tests. The absence of advisories in any entry suggests no major deferred maintenance was noted by testers, but the lack of recent inspection means wear on high-wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers could now exceed their expected lifespan. Given the history, an immediate focus should be on the suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often fail around 120,000–150,000 miles. The repeated failures hint at a potential binding or uneven wear pattern in the brakes, so buyers should verify disc thickness, caliper binding, and rotor runout. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, is also critical at this age, as is the integrity of the exhaust system—especially if the vehicle was driven in wet or salted conditions. The absence of emissions-related failures does not guarantee current compliance, as modern tests can detect subtle drivability or catalytic converter issues. A thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential to confirm these components are in serviceable condition.