2018 Nissan Juke 1.2L Petrol · BA18 TNF

The 2018 Nissan Juke presented for your consideration most recently passed its MOT test on 5 June 2026, although three advisories were issued which collectively indicate that the front braking system is approaching the end of its current service life. Both nearside and offside front brake discs were noted as worn but not excessively so, and the front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin. While none of these issues resulted in a failure, they form a recurring maintenance theme when reviewed alongside the 2023 test, where the front brake pads were similarly identified as wearing thin. This points to a stable pattern of mechanical deterioration rather than any sudden worsening, but it confirms that the front brake components are now due for replacement in the near term. Covering an eight-year span with 52,851 recorded miles, the Juke has covered approximately 6,606 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age. The mileage progression across the MOT records appears consistent and gradual, with no significant gaps that would suggest prolonged periods of standing or any sudden accumulation of mileage. This level of usage is broadly favourable for mechanical longevity, as components such as the clutch, drivetrain, suspension, and engine internals have experienced steady rather than excessive wear. However, even at average mileage, an eight-year-old vehicle will inevitably require attention to age-sensitive items, and the steady accumulation means that consumables have been worked through at a predictable rate. The recurring advisories on the rear tyres warrant particular attention during your physical inspection. In both 2023 and 2024, both nearside and offside rear tyres were noted as slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing, and in 2024 they were also flagged as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. Tyre sidewall cracking and perishing are age-related phenomena that can occur even on tyres with adequate tread depth, and given that the 2024 advisories were issued two years ago, the rear tyres will almost certainly require replacement as a priority. During your inspection, examine the sidewalls carefully for any signs of cracking, crazing, or brittleness, and check the tread depth across the full width. Uneven wear across the rear axle could also indicate an issue with wheel alignment, rear suspension geometry, or tracking, particularly if the inner or outer edges show accelerated wear. On a test drive, listen for any increase in road noise from the rear, which can indicate perished or separated tyre casing. With regard to the braking system, the advisories from both 2023 and 2026 confirm that the front pads and discs are now nearing replacement. The 2026 advisories suggest that the discs have likely thinned through normal wear and the pads are approaching the minimum thickness, so a complete front brake refurbishment including new pads and discs is a reasonable expectation for the next service interval. During a test drive, listen for any brake squeal on light application, feel for any pulsation or shudder through the steering wheel under braking which would indicate disc warping, and check for any pulling to one side which might suggest a binding caliper. Beyond the recorded advisories, given the vehicle's age you should also satisfy yourself that the timing chain or cam, belt has been replaced in accordance with Nissan's recommended schedule, that the 12V battery is holding charge effectively, and that all fluids including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid have been changed at their calendar-based intervals rather than purely on mileage, as fluids degrade with age regardless of use. Verifying the service book stamps and accompanying invoices will be essential to confirm this scheduled maintenance has been carried out.