2014 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · DF64 DSE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend of neglected preventative care regarding minor components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 47,903 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for lighting and suspension issues that mirrored previous years. The persistence of corroded brake pipes and worn suspension arm bushes across the last three years suggests that the owner is only performing the minimum repairs required to pass the MOT rather than addressing the root causes of component degradation. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 47,903 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. This low usage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyres noted in October 2023 at 42,568 miles. The consistent interval of roughly 3,000 miles between annual tests indicates a stable usage pattern, but the long periods of standing may have contributed to the surface corrosion observed on the brake lines despite the low overall mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The record repeatedly flags corrosion on the nearside front, offside front, and offside rear brake pipes; these must be checked for structural thinning or leaks that could lead to sudden failure. Furthermore, the front suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn in 2023, 2024, and 2025. An inspector should check for excessive play or movement in the lower arms to ensure they have actually been replaced, as the recurring failures suggest these parts are nearing the end of their service life.