2012 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · CE12 AAN

The vehicle achieved a clean PASS at its most recent MOT test on 30 July 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, representing the strongest possible outcome. Looking at the broader trajectory, the December 2023 test was a FAIL owing to several Major defects including a track rod end with excessive play, an exhaust gas leak, an ineffective windscreen washer system, and an illegible front registration plate, alongside a registration plate lamp inoperative. That same registration plate lamp issue resurfaced as a Minor defect in December 2024, and rear tyre perishing advisories were noted in three consecutive tests. The fact that the 2024 and 2025 tests both passed without further Majors, and the 2026 test is entirely defect-free, suggests the owner has addressed the underlying safety issues raised in 2023. The maintenance trend therefore appears to be improving, having moved from a substantial failure to a clean pass within three testing cycles. At 97,983 recorded miles over approximately 14 years, this Juke has covered an average of around 6,999 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and segment. There is no indication in the MOT record of any extended gaps in mileage progression that would suggest long periods of standing, nor does the history show any unusual mileage spikes that might point to rapid accumulation. Annual mileage at this level generally yields moderate wear on consumables and suspension components, and the recorded defects and advisories broadly reflect this pattern. The presence of tyre perishing, a worn front tyre, and a track rod end defect are all consistent with a vehicle that has seen regular road use rather than neglect or excessive mileage. Because the recent MOT history is clean, prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on age- and mileage-related degradation that the standardised MOT checks may not fully capture. The 215/55 R17 tyres fitted to this model are particularly susceptible to sidewall cracking and perishing from age, and although the rear pair were replaced at some point following the 2024 advisories, all four tyres including the front pair should be closely examined for any hairline cracking in the sidewall rubber, uneven shoulder wear indicating suspension misalignment or worn bushes, and overall tread depth with a tread depth gauge. Brake discs and calipers on a fourteen-year-old vehicle are highly prone to corrosion from seasonal road salt and infrequent heavy braking, so the discs should be inspected for lipping, surface rust, and the calipers for signs of binding or seized slide pins, which would manifest as pulling to one side under braking or a brake pedal that feels unusual. The exhaust system should be examined on a cold start for any ticking or blowing sounds, as exhaust manifolds and flexible joints commonly fail on higher-mileage examples, and the previously flagged major exhaust leak indicates this area has already shown vulnerability. Attention should also be directed toward the time-based service items that are not covered by MOT testing but are critical at this age. Brake fluid should have been renewed at least every two years regardless of mileage to prevent moisture ingress, and the condition can be inferred from the colour of the fluid in the reservoir. Coolant, transmission fluid, and the 12V battery all degrade with calendar age, so the battery should be load-tested to confirm its state of health, particularly as Jukes are known for battery drain from the electrical accessories. The timing chain on the 1.5 dCi and 1.6 petrol engines fitted to this model is a known wear item at this mileage and age, so a cold-start listen for any rattle or whirring from the front of the engine is worthwhile. Finally, on the test drive, listen for suspension clonks over bumps, excessive vibration through the steering, any pulling under braking, and ensure the warning lights extinguish promptly on startup to confirm all electronic systems are functioning correctly.