2017 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · BA66 VNF

A recurring pattern of front-tyre wear advisories, stretching back over several consecutive MOT tests, forms the most consistent mechanical thread in this Nissan Note's roadworthiness record. Across tests in 2021 and 2024, both nearside and offside front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit on the inner and outer edges, with an additional advisory in 2023 noting slight damage, cracking, or perishing on both front tyres. Front-edge wear of this kind is commonly associated with incorrect camber or toe geometry, worn suspension bushes or strut top bearings, or simply aggressive driving behaviour over kerbs, so it is a point worth probing on a viewing. The 2022 test also recorded an oil leak classified as not excessive, which warrants monitoring for progression rather than immediate concern. The most recent test on 29 January 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories, and the broader five-year sequence shows no failures at all, though the underlying tyre wear trend has clearly persisted rather than resolved. With nine years on the road and 71,032 miles recorded, this Note averages roughly 7,892 miles per year, which sits broadly in line with typical annual mileage for a vehicle of this age and class. The MOT history shows testing conducted annually without any gaps or periods off the road, indicating continuous use rather than long-term storage, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than erratic. This usage profile is consistent with regular commuter or family duties, which generally means routine wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres, along with steady accumulation of corrosion risk on underbody components, though no corrosion advisories have been flagged in the recorded tests to date. For a prospective buyer, the priority checks should centre on the suspension geometry and front-end components that may be driving the persistent tyre wear pattern. On a test drive, listen for knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar links, or top mounts, and feel for any pulling to one side under braking or vague steering response that could point to geometry misalignment. Inspect the front tyres carefully for uneven shoulder wear across both inner and outer edges, as repeated advisories on both sides often suggest a systemic alignment or suspension issue rather than a one-off. Also examine the sidewalls for any cracking or perishing consistent with the 2023 advisory, and confirm the production date stamps are recent enough to justify further use. The oil leak noted in 2022 should also be tracked down before purchase. On a cold start, listen for any initial rattle from the timing chain area and observe whether blue smoke is visible from the exhaust on startup, both of which can indicate valve stem seal wear. With the engine warm, use a torch to inspect the lower engine block, sump, and oil filter housing for fresh seepage, and check the undertray for oil residue. Although the leak was deemed not excessive at the time of test, oil leaks on a Note of this age frequently originate from the rocker cover gasket or cam chain tensioner area, and a four-year gap since that advisory means the situation should be visually reassessed in person. Finally, verify that the recent clean pass has not simply resulted from fresh tyres masking an unresolved suspension or geometry issue, as the recurring front-edge wear pattern across multiple years suggests the underlying cause may still be present.