2016 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · DF16 VRG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in proactive preventative care. In the most recent test on 21 June 2025 at 68,317 miles, the car initially failed due to an inoperative registration plate lamp, an oil leak, and a nearside front tyre. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the presence of an oil leak and tyre wear indicates that the owner may only be addressing faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year over the last decade. The data shows steady accumulation between annual tests, with a 9,300-mile gap between June 2024 and June 2025, and an 8,000-mile gap between June 2023 and June 2024. This regularity suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally benefits the condition of the rubber-based components and fluid systems. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The June 2023 test at 50,961 miles flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. While these were not mentioned in subsequent tests, the buyer should check for play or uneven tyre wear that indicates continued degradation. The oil leak noted in the 2025 test requires a thorough check of the engine seals and sump to determine if it is a minor weeping point or a more significant leak that demands immediate attention. The record also highlights a history of poor tyre management, with a 2022 advisory for perishing rubber and a 2025 failure for a tyre worn to the legal limit. The buyer should verify the tread depth and age of all four tyres to ensure they are not nearing replacement. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, the structural integrity appears sound, but the recurring mechanical advisories suggest the vehicle has been maintained with reactive rather than proactive philosophy.