2013 Nissan NV200 1.5L Diesel · BN13 TYH

The most recent MOT on 16 February 2026 was a pass at 189,653 miles, but it noted several ongoing under-vehicle issues: rear sub-frame corrosion (not seriously weakened), worn front suspension arm pins/bushes (without excessive movement), and general under-vehicle corrosion. There is a clear pattern of recurring corrosion and suspension wear across multiple tests since 2025, with no improvement. The rear sub-frame corrosion appeared in both the 2026 and 2025 MOTs, and front suspension and steering components have been flagged repeatedly—including worn ball joints, dust cover failures, and slight play—indicating progressive wear rather than isolated incidents. The vehicle is 13 years old with 189,653 miles, averaging around 14,589 miles per year—high for its age. This suggests likely heavy or frequent use, increasing the risk of accelerated wear on suspension, braking, and structural components. However, the gap between the 2021 and 2025 MOTs (no entries in 2022–2024) leaves uncertainty: it could mean low usage during that period, or simply missing records. Braking and lighting issues also recur: rear brake pipe corrosion and parking brake inefficiency appeared in both 2025 MOTs, and headlamp aim faults were recorded twice. The windscreen wiper and washer failures in February 2026 are relatively minor but point to general neglect of visible safety items. The trend is worsening: more defects are being recorded over time, and structural/suspension concerns are persisting. While the vehicle passed its latest test, the underlying issues are not being resolved.