2012 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · DF12 OPU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 121,897 miles, the preceding failure just two miles prior highlights a significant lapse in basic inspections. The transition from a clean pass in 2024 to a multi-point failure in 2025 suggests the owner only addresses faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 121,897 miles, this 14-year-old Nissan averages approximately 8,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows steady annual progress, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the October 2024 and another 5,300 miles before the October 2025 tests. This consistent mileage is standard, but the age of the vehicle places higher stress on rubber components and hydraulic systems, as evidenced by the recurring wear-related failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows a clear history of deterioration in the inner arm bushes. These components moved from worn in 2023 to a complete failure in 2025 alongside a fractured coil spring. The braking system also requires close scrutiny; the tester flagged insufficient parking brake efficiency and low reserve travel in 2025, indicating either stretchedout cables or significant internal wear on the drums. The steering column universal joint remains a point of concern having been flagged as slightly worn in 2024. Additionally, the accident damage to the nearside front lower bumper noted in 2025 should be checked for hidden structural impact to the wing or mounting brackets. Given the recurring issues with lighting bulbs and perished tyres, the vehicle appears to have operated with a reactive maintenance philosophy, increasing the likelihood of further consumable failures shortly after purchase.