2022 Nissan GT-R 3.8L Petrol · C21 GTR

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Nissan GT-R was conducted on 13 July 2026 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This is corroborated by the previous test on 12 June 2025, which also returned a clean pass outcome. With two consecutive tests showing no advisories or failures, the recorded maintenance trend appears stable and indicates that, from a statutory roadworthiness perspective, the vehicle has been presented in sound mechanical condition at each annual assessment. While the absence of advisories is reassuring, it is worth noting that an MOT only confirms compliance with minimum standards at the point of test and does not constitute a comprehensive mechanical inspection, particularly for a high-performance specialist vehicle such as the GT-R. The recorded mileage of 7,424 miles over a four-year period equates to an annual usage of approximately 1,856 miles, which is notably low for any motor vehicle and especially so for a high-output performance coupé. Such low utilisation is consistent with the vehicle being used primarily for occasional leisure driving, weekends, or as a collector's piece, but it carries mechanical implications that diverge from those of higher-mileage examples. Long periods of standing can lead to moisture accumulation within the engine and drivetrain, oxidation of internal components, brake disc corrosion due to infrequent bedding-in, deterioration of rubber seals and hoses, and degradation of lubricants that rely on regular thermal cycling to remain effective. Conversely, the low mileage suggests minimal wear on major consumables such as the dual-clutch transmission, suspension components, and the 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V6 powertrain. Given the clean MOT record and the low-mileage profile, a prospective buyer should concentrate on age-related and standing-related deterioration rather than wear-pattern defects. The tyres should be examined carefully for sidewall perishing and cracking from age, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar time regardless of tread depth; the date code on the sidewall will confirm manufacture date and a tyre older than five years should prompt replacement regardless of remaining tread. Brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion, pitting, or lipping caused by infrequent use, and the calipers should be checked for seizure or binding, which is common on vehicles that sit for extended periods. The 12V battery is likely to have been stressed by irregular charging cycles and should be load-tested, while all fluids — including engine oil, transmission fluid, differential fluid, coolant, and brake fluid — should be verified for condition and service date, as brake fluid in particular is hygroscopic and degrades with time, typically requiring replacement every two years irrespective of mileage. A test drive should focus on cold-start behaviour, as extended standing can result in oil drain-down and temporary low oil pressure on initial ignition; listen for any unusual mechanical noises, rattles, or turbo-related whistles that may indicate seal drying or bearing wear from inactivity. The all-wheel-drive system and rear steering should be exercised to confirm smooth operation without warning lights, and the dual-clutch transmission should be observed for hesitant or jerky shifts, which can develop from infrequent use and lack of adaptive calibration updates. Finally, verifying the full service history is essential, as manufacturer-recommended servicing on a GT-R remains time-sensitive rather than purely mileage-driven, and any gaps in scheduled maintenance — particularly the major transmission and drivetrain services — would warrant careful scrutiny or renegotiation, given the specialist nature and cost of subsequent remedial work on this platform.