2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · DN65 TYH

The most recent DVSA examination on 8 October 2025 resulted in a PASS with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most reassuring outcome a buyer could hope to see. Looking at the broader pattern, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes over the last three years, with failures recorded in October 2023 and October 2025, each closely followed by a pass at the next attempt. The fact that the most recent pass sits cleanly with no advisories suggests any issues identified on the earlier failures were rectified to a satisfactory standard, and the maintenance trend appears stable rather than deteriorating. However, the repeated need for a retest within a very short window at the most recent occasion is worth noting; it would be prudent to confirm what was repaired between the 6 October 2025 failure and the 8 October 2025 pass and to ensure any rectification work carries a valid warranty or invoice. The recorded mileage of 65,754 miles across approximately eleven years equates to an annual average of around 5,978 miles, which is well below the typical figure for a car of this age. Low annual mileage of this nature often indicates either a second household vehicle, predominantly urban short-journey use, or extended periods of standing between drives. While lower mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch and transmission, it can bring its own set of age-related concerns. Calendar-based deterioration of rubber, plastics, fluids and exposed metal tends to be more relevant than high-mileage wear, and the vehicle's true mechanical condition will reflect the number of years on the road as much as the odometer reading. Given the clean advisory record and the modest mileage, the buyer should focus physical inspection efforts on items that degrade with age and standing rather than through use. Tyres should be checked carefully for sidewall perishing and cracking, particularly on the inner shoulder which is not easily visible, as Nissan Jukes are known to consume front tyres relatively quickly and old rubber can fail MOT criteria regardless of tread depth. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested, as batteries rarely last beyond five to six years and a flat battery on a Juke can trigger a host of dashboard warning issues. Brake discs are likely to show surface corrosion from standing, and the caliper slide pins and pistons should be checked for seizing, which often presents as uneven pad wear or a pulling sensation under braking. Similarly, the underside of the vehicle, suspension components, and exhaust system should be inspected for surface corrosion, and the coil springs examined for the corrosion-related breakage that affects vehicles of this vintage. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the behaviour of the cooling system and the timing chain, as the 1.2 DIG-T petrol engine fitted to later Jukes of this era is known to suffer from timing chain stretch, which can manifest as a rattle on cold start, an engine management warning light, or rough idle. Listen for suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or top mounts, and check for any hesitation, misfire or warning lights that could indicate coil pack or injector issues. Fluid condition should not be overlooked, and a service history should be obtained to confirm that the brake fluid, coolant and gearbox oil have been changed at the correct intervals regardless of low mileage, as these degrade chemically over time. Finally, verify that the DVSA mileage record shows a consistent upward progression with no gaps or discrepancies, as a continuous history of MOT tests strongly supports the indicated odometer reading on a low-mileage vehicle.