2011 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · BJ61 WVC

The 2011 Nissan Juke shows a history of deferred maintenance despite its low annual mileage figures. In the most recent test on October 2025 at 62,460 miles, the vehicle passed following a failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted critical issues including a worn offside front track rod end, a lagging nearside front brake, and a dangerously thin offside front brake pad. While these specific items were addressed to secure the pass, the persistence of the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage play and corrosion on the rear brake hoses suggests a pattern where components are only replaced when they threaten an MOT pass rather than being on a preventative schedule. At 62,460 miles over 15 years, the car has averaged approximately 4,164 miles per year. This low rate of use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The record confirms this with recurring advisories for worn axle swivel pins and suspension arm bushes, which have appeared in tests from 2023 through to 2024. The October 2024 test at 56,056 miles also identified a cracking auxiliary belt and minor exhaust leaks, indicating that age-related material fatigue is affecting the vehicle more than distance-driven mileage. The braking system remains a primary area of concern. Front brake discs have been consistently flagged as pitted or scored across multiple years, specifically 2023, 2024, and 2025. The presence of corrosion on the central rear brake hose ferrule and the nearside rear inner hose indicates that the hydraulic lines are susceptible to environmental decay. Furthermore, the frayed offside front seat belt webbing noted in late 2025 is a safety concern that requires verification to ensure the locking mechanism remains functional. A buyer should prioritize an inspection of the integrity of all rubber bushings and the condition of the brake hardware before purchase.