2007 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · CA57 OKL

The Nissan Navara’s most recent MOT test on 22 November 2022—conducted at 81,275 miles—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects or advisories recorded. This marks a stable maintenance trend over the past four years, as the preceding tests in November 2021 (both at 78,633 miles) also passed without fail. The absence of recurring faults or advisories suggests the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical issues, though this does not preclude wear that hasn’t yet reached MOT failure thresholds. The final test date of November 2022 places the vehicle just over three years out of date as of July 2026, meaning an immediate MOT retest would be required upon purchase. The recorded mileage of 81,275 miles over nearly 19 years—approximately 4,278 miles annually—indicates unusually light usage for a vehicle of this age. Such low mileage could imply prolonged periods of storage or infrequent operation, which may have mitigated some wear on high-mileage components like suspension bushes or drivetrain seals. However, it also raises questions about the vehicle’s long-term care, particularly if it has been left stationary for extended periods, which could accelerate issues such as corrosion or battery degradation. The lack of intermediate MOT tests between 2022 and 2021 means there is no data to confirm whether any maintenance was performed outside the statutory requirements. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of critical wear items that often fail beyond MOT thresholds. Focus on the suspension—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue in older Navaras—and check for signs of corrosion on the subframe, sills, and wheel arches, as these areas are common failure points in vehicles of this age. The brakes, though not flagged in MOTs, should be scrutinised for uneven wear, binding calipers, or excessive disc thickness loss, especially if the vehicle has been stored. Additionally, verify the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or rust-through, as emissions-related failures are common in older diesel models. The battery and alternator should also be tested, given the potential for prolonged inactivity to degrade electrical components.