2012 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · DP12 CPU

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a clear trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in March 2023 at 72,261 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. That failure revealed multiple critical safety issues including a fractured nearside front coil spring and severe tyre damage. The recurring nature of these defects suggests that the owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative checks. At 72,261 miles over 14 years, the Nissan Note averages approximately 5,162 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. However, the mileage data shows an irregular pattern of usage. For instance, the vehicle covered 12,919 miles between November 2020 and November 2021, but only 21,574 miles in the following two years. This low-mileage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which is consistent with the perishing tyres and corroded springs recorded. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension, as both offside and nearside coil springs have been flagged for corrosion since 2021. The 2023 fracture of the nearside spring indicates that the structural integrity of these suspension components is actively degrading. Furthermore, the 2020 failure for significantly worn brake discs highlights a history of neglecting braking components, so the current state of the discs and pads needs to be verified for uneven wear or excessive thinning. Given that the last recorded MOT was over three years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for its test and potentially untroadworthy. The history of perishing tyres and deep sidew cuts suggests that the rubber components may be failing due to age despite the low mileage. Immediate attention is required for a structural check on the chassis and a condition assessment of all four tyres, as the previous record indicates a pattern of allowing tyre tread to reach legal limits.