2016 Nissan X-Trail 1.6L Diesel · DC 6596

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the available de-minimis history. The most recent test conducted on 11 April 2023 at 124,506 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the minimum safety standards at that time. While the record shows failures occurring exactly one day prior to tests in both 2021 and 2023, these appear to have been rectified immediately to achieve a passing result. The mileage pattern reflects consistent and heavy usage for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,450 miles per annum. A significant spike in usage occurred between March 2021 at 90,281 miles and April 2022 at 116,453 miles, representing over 26,000 miles driven in a single year. This high rate of accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly for long-distance motorway driving rather than short-burst urban trips. Maintaining this level of use typically accelerates the wear on heavy-duty components such as the suspension bushings, shocks, and drivetrain assemblies. Given the high mileage and the clean nature of the latest pass, a physical inspection should focus on mechanical components that are not frequently tested. A buyer must check for signs of play in the front control arms and coil springs, which often degrade after 100,000 miles. The brake discs and calipers should be examined for thinning or seizing, as high mileage puts significant stress on the system. Since the last MOT is now over three years old relative to the current date of 2026, the vehicle is currently overdue and requires an immediate test to verify that the structural integrity and emissions levels have not deteriorated during the long period of unrecorded use.