2009 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · AM58 LWC

The 2009 Nissan Note currently holds a valid MOT that passed on 9 March 2026 at 103,575 miles. The maintenance trend over the last two years is broadly stable, with the tester consistently flagging the same low-level cosmetic and lighting advisories rather than escalating mechanical failures. The most recent test shows a marked improvement over the March 2025 failure, where multiple lamps and stop lamps were defective. That cluster of electrical faults was rectified before the 2025 pass, and the 2026 test confirms the lighting circuit remains largely serviceable, with only the offside front position lamp failing initially on the same day before being repaired. The recurring advisory for headlamp lens haze and a deteriorating rear number plate suggests cosmetic neglect rather than underlying structural concern. Mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable. The car covered roughly 2,642 miles between the March 2025 test at 100,933 miles and the March 2026 test at 103,575 miles, aligning with the vehicle's long-term average of approximately 6,093 miles per year. The earlier record shows 5,072 miles added between March 2024 at 95,861 miles and March 2025. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer, and the annual test intervals are regular, indicating the car has been in continuous use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The brake pedal wear advisory noted in both the March 2026 fail and pass entries at 103,575 miles points to a pedal pad or linkage issue that the tester considers borderline. A buyer should physically check pedal feel and inspect the pedal rubbers and pivot bushings for excessive play. The repeated headlamp lens contamination, while not a roadworthiness failure, may indicate poor storage conditions or aged lamp seals, so verifying headlamp aim and internal moisture during an in-person inspection is sensible. The deteriorating rear number plate is a minor compliance item but worth replacing to avoid future advisories. Beyond the documented advisories, a buyer should focus on the underside and suspension components given the car's age and mileage. At over 103,000 miles, front suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers are well within the window where deterioration is common. Inspect for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and exhaust mounting points, as the MOT record does not highlight structural rust but a 17-year-old vehicle warrants close visual examination. Brake disc thickness and pad condition should also be verified, given the pedal wear flag, to confirm the braking system has not been deferred.