2012 Nissan NV200 1.5L Diesel · BV12 JTY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation and mechanical neglect. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 87,118 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. That failure identified a critical structural defect on the nearside rear outer sill where corrosion reduced the rigidity of the assembly. Although the vehicle was repaired to pass the subsequent test, the presence of structural corrosion suggests the van is entering a phase stage of its life cycle. At 87,118 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 6,200 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate commercial use. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 7,300 miles driven between the December 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 7,400 miles between late 2024 and 2025. However, the low annual mileage has not prevented significant component failure, as evidenced by the mechanical issues noted in the most recent records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the nearside rear area to ensure the repairs made after the December 2025 failure are structurally sound and that active rust is not spreading. The history also flags a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and poor parking brake efficiency from the same period, indicating that the braking and suspension systems may require further attention soon. The recurring mention of a damaged nearside obligatory mirror across multiple tests suggests a history of minor cosmetic impacts, but the structural integrity of the sill remains the primary concern for long-term viability.