2007 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · CF07 APV

This Nissan Note presents an unusual but mechanically stable MOT history over the past year, with no defects recorded in any of the four tests between August 2023 and August 2025. The most recent entries—both a pass and a fail on August 6th and 7th, 2025, at 89,231 miles—are notably clean, suggesting the vehicle met all roadworthiness criteria at the time, despite the back-to-back test outcomes. The absence of advisories or defects across all four tests implies that major structural, braking, or suspension components have not deteriorated beyond DVSA thresholds. However, the repeated failures at identical mileages in 2023 and 2025 (84,718 and 89,231 miles respectively) warrant closer scrutiny, as they may indicate administrative oversights rather than mechanical issues—or potentially a pattern of last-minute compliance adjustments. The vehicle’s mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for its age, averaging just 4,696 miles per year over 19 years, which is well below the UK average for a car of this vintage. The gap between the 2024 test (86,831 miles) and the 2025 tests (89,231 miles) suggests minimal use—just 2,400 miles in 12 months—raising questions about whether the car has been garaged for extended periods or driven sparingly. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on consumables like tyres and brakes, but it also means components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust systems may have remained underutilised, potentially masking latent issues. The lack of mileage progression also complicates assessing natural wear trends, as many mechanical systems degrade in relation to both time and usage. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components that are prone to long-term degradation even with low mileage, such as the suspension mounts, brake calipers, and disc condition for binding or corrosion. The repeated failures at identical mileages in consecutive years—despite no defects being logged—could hint at a history of test-day adjustments rather than consistent maintenance, so verifying service records for items like fluid changes, tyre rotations, and rust treatment would be prudent. Structural integrity should also be checked, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels, as corrosion can develop insidiously even on lightly used vehicles. While the MOT record offers no red flags, the irregular testing pattern and minimal mileage make a hands-on inspection essential to confirm the car’s true condition.