2018 Nissan Leaf Electric · BT18 FGK

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 17 June 2025 at 131,849 miles, indicating a clean bill of health with no recorded defects or advisories. This represents a stable maintenance trend, as the car has passed its most recent inspections without flagged issues. While the record shows brief failures in 2023 and 2024, these instances appear to be administrative or immediate rectifications rather than indicative of chronic mechanical neglect, given that the vehicle passed the subsequent re-tests on the same or following day. Accumulating 131,849 miles over eight years results in an average of approximately 16,500 miles per annum, which is significantly higher than the typical usage for a private passenger vehicle. The jump from 77,858 miles in April 2023 to 109,317 miles by June 2024 suggests a period of intensive use, likely involving high-frequency motorway or commercial operation. This rapid mileage accumulation places increased demand on drivetrain components, wheel bearings, and suspension geometry, which may now be approaching the end of their design life despite the current pass status. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the coil springs, as these components endure the most stress during high-mileage cycles. Although the MOT record is currently clear, the high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the brake discs for scoring or thinning and an assessment of the tyres for uneven wear patterns that might suggest misaligned tracking. Since the vehicle is an electric model, verify the health of the high-voltage battery and ensure there is no evidence of cooling system leaks or corrosion on the underside, which remains a critical factor for long-term structural viability.