2015 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · C5 CLB

A pattern of minor tyre-related advisories across multiple MOT cycles defines the roadworthiness profile of this 2015 Nissan Note, with both front and rear tyres flagged for slight damage and perishing in successive annual tests, though no structural, braking, suspension, or emissions failures have ever been recorded. The most recent examination on 13 November 2025 returned a pass with advisories on all four tyres for damage and on both rears for cracking or perishing, consistent with the same wear observations noted at the 2024 test. A single failure appeared on 21 November 2023 for an ineffective front windscreen wiper, which was clearly remedied before the same date's pass entry, indicating an isolated component issue rather than systemic decline. Overall, the trend shows a stable, lightly stressed vehicle with no advisories on corrosion, exhaust integrity, brake components, or steering or suspension parts, suggesting that the bulk of the recorded deterioration is cosmetic on the rubber items rather than mechanical in nature. With 32,028 miles recorded against an age of approximately eleven years, this Note has averaged around 2,912 miles annually, which is notably low for its class and generation. MOT entries appear at broadly annual intervals from 2022 through 2025 without any extended gaps in testing, suggesting continuous road use rather than prolonged off-road storage, despite the modest mileage accumulation. This usage profile typically means that brake discs and pads, clutch components, exhaust mounting rubbers, and suspension bushes have all experienced far less cyclic wear than the age alone might suggest, while the engine, transmission, and cooling system have seen relatively few heat cycles. Tyre perishing observed across multiple tests is more consistent with age-related rubber degradation from standing and from ozone exposure than from high mileage wear, and the vehicle should benefit mechanically from its low overall use. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a close inspection of the four fitted tyres and consideration of a full replacement set, since the same 195/55/16 size has now been flagged at consecutive tests and may be approaching the legal 1.6mm tread minimum as well as showing sidewall age cracking. Check the sidewalls carefully for visible crazing, check the tread depth with a gauge, and inspect the spare and unused spaces inside the boot for age deterioration. On a test drive, listen for any knocking from the front suspension over uneven roads, which would indicate worn strut top mounts or drop links that have not yet attracted an MOT advisory, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel that could point to a warped front brake disc from infrequent use and light corrosion pitting. Verify that the wiper blade mechanism operates smoothly across the full arc and clears the screen cleanly, as a replacement has already been required once, and confirm that the headlamp and tail lamp lenses are clear and free of condensation given the low-mileage profile. Finally, given the low annual mileage and likely pattern of short journeys, it is worth inspecting the exhaust system for any rust on the mounting rubbers and silencer body, as well as checking underneath the vehicle for any surface corrosion on the subframe, brake pipes, and fuel lines, particularly around the rear axle where road salt can accumulate. Verify that the brake pedal feels firm and that the handbrake holds on a slope, as lightly used calipers and rear drum or adjuster mechanisms can bind or seize from infrequent operation. Confirm the cooling system has been refreshed within the last two to three years, since low mileage combined with age can leave old coolant degraded and prone to internal corrosion, and check the engine oil level and colour on the dipstick for any milky residue or excessive darkening consistent with short-trip usage. Subjective checks on the test drive should include ensuring the steering is centred after cornering, the clutch biting point is consistent, and there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard before considering this otherwise clean and consistent low-use example.