2010 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · CY60 BVP

The 2010 Nissan Note has maintained a stable roadworthiness profile over its MOT history, with the most recent test in September 2025 at 61,471 miles passing without any defects. This suggests the vehicle has been kept in compliance with UK MOT standards for the past year, though the 2024 and 2022 tests reveal a pattern of minor but recurring suspension and brake concerns. The 2024 inspection flagged slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and anti-roll bar linkage, while the 2022 test identified worn but not critically compromised suspension bushes and front brake discs with pitting. These issues, though classified as advisories rather than failures, indicate a need for proactive maintenance rather than neglect. The absence of major structural or safety-critical faults in the most recent test is reassuring, but the persistence of suspension wear suggests this area warrants closer scrutiny. The recorded mileage of 61,471 miles over 16 years—approximately 3,842 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the typical wear patterns observed in similarly aged cars. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, but the mileage progression shows a notable slowdown: from 44,549 miles in September 2021 to 53,046 miles in September 2022 (a 8,500-mile increase) and then to 58,623 miles in September 2023 (another 5,577 miles). This suggests prolonged periods of inactivity or very light use, which could either preserve components or allow corrosion to develop unnoticed. The low mileage also means consumables like tyres, brake pads, and suspension bushes may have been replaced less frequently than in a high-mileage vehicle, potentially masking underlying issues until they reach the MOT threshold. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the front lower arm ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages, which have shown consistent wear in past tests. The 2022 advisory for worn suspension bushes—despite not causing excessive movement—implies these may now require replacement, as rubber deteriorates further over time. Front brake discs, which were pitted in 2022, should be examined for uneven wear or cracking, while the brake pads, noted as thin in 2021, may have been replaced since then but should still be checked for thickness and uniformity. Corrosion in wheel arches, suspension mounts, and subframe areas should also be assessed, given the vehicle’s age and the potential for hidden rust damage during periods of inactivity. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns are critical, as the vehicle’s low mileage could mean tyres have not been rotated or replaced in a timely manner. Finally, the internal headlight adjuster alteration from 2022 indicates past tampering, so the current alignment and function of all lighting should be verified.