2013 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · AV13 HNY

This Nissan Note presents a clean and stable roadworthiness record over the past three years, with no defects or advisories recorded in the four most recent MOT tests—each passing without issue. The February 2026 test at 75,352 miles confirms the vehicle remains mechanically sound under current DVSA standards, with no signs of recurring faults or deferred repairs. The sole anomaly in the history is the duplicate entry for February 2023, where the same mileage (65,407) appears once as a pass and once as a fail—likely an administrative error rather than a mechanical concern. Given the absence of advisories or failures since then, the trend suggests either meticulous maintenance or fortunate avoidance of common wear issues in this model. The vehicle’s mileage accumulation is unusually low for its age, averaging just 5,796 miles per year over 13 years—a pattern that could indicate infrequent use, storage periods, or a secondary vehicle in the household. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests (1,112 miles in a year) is particularly small, while the jump from 65,407 to 67,519 miles between February 2023 and 2024 suggests minimal driving. Such low mileage reduces wear on suspension components, brake systems, and drivetrain, but it also means fluids like brake fluid, coolant, and differential oil may have degraded over time due to stagnation. The lack of recorded defects implies either proactive servicing or that the car has been driven gently enough to avoid common issues like worn suspension bushes or binding brakes. For a buyer, the absence of MOT advisories or failures is a positive indicator, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection should still verify key areas. Given the low mileage, check for signs of fluid degradation—particularly brake fluid corrosion or seized calipers—and inspect suspension components like coil springs and anti-roll bars for dry rot or cracking. The rear brakes should be tested for binding, as this is a common issue in the Note that might not always trigger an advisory. Structural integrity is less of a concern with this mileage, but a close look at wheel arches, sills, and underbody for surface rust would be prudent, especially if the car has spent time in damp conditions. The dual MOT entry for 2023 is irrelevant to the vehicle’s current state, but it underscores the importance of confirming the V5C logbook matches the test history to rule out any undocumented repairs.