2004 Nissan 350 Z 3.5L Petrol · AP04 UFK

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-28 showed the vehicle passed with three minor issues: slight play in both rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, an inoperative offside registration plate lamp, and a non-obligatory stop lamp failure. These are not safety-critical but indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The 2025 MOT was clean, suggesting temporary improvements or repairs between 2025 and 2026. A recurring pattern of anti-roll bar linkage ball joint play appears in multiple MOTs, including 2024, 2023, and 2022. This suggests a persistent mechanical weakness, possibly due to wear or design limitations. Brake pipe corrosion and grease coverage were noted in 2023 and 2022, along with steering rack and suspension joint issues, indicating potential long-term exposure to moisture or poor maintenance. Corrosion under the vehicle was also recorded in 2023 and 2022, raising concerns about structural integrity. The trend shows mixed signals. While some issues like brake pipe corrosion and steering rack play were resolved by 2025, the anti-roll bar joint problem persists, suggesting unresolved underlying faults. The 2022 failure included more severe issues, such as excessive wheel bearing play and suspension bush wear, which were not repeated in later MOTs.