2015 Nissan X-Trail 1.6L Diesel · DP15 CTV

The 2015 Nissan X-Tail presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 5 March 2026 at 112,198 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant improvement over the December 2024 test, where the tester flagged worn inner suspension arm pins or bushes on both front corners and a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. The fact that none of those items appear in the March 2026 record suggests the previous owner addressed the wear items promptly rather than ignoring advisories. The vehicle is currently roadworthy with no outstanding defects. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for an eleven-year-old SUV. Between the January 2023 test at 91,339 miles and the March 2026 test at 112,198 miles, the car covered roughly 20,800 miles in just over three years, averaging close to 6,900 miles annually during that window. That is slightly below the lifetime average of approximately 10,200 miles per year, which may indicate lighter recent use or a change in ownership pattern. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record that would raise concerns about clocking or long periods of disuse. The recurring theme in this record is front-end wear. Both inner suspension arm bushes were noted as worn in December 2024, and the nearside front tyre was wearing unevenly on its edge at the same test. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends for play, paying close attention to the inner wishbone bushes that were previously flagged. Uneven front tyre wear often points to tracking or alignment issues, so checking the condition and wear pattern of all four tyres is worthwhile. The January 2023 failure for both rear tyres being below 1.6mm tread depth suggests the previous owner was not proactive about tyre replacement, so verifying the age and condition of the current set is sensible. Beyond the recorded items, a buyer should examine the underside for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe, sills, and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points on older X-Trails. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should be checked for leaks or deterioration, and a road test should confirm that the gearbox, clutch, and all-wheel-drive system operate smoothly without judder or hesitation. The clean March 2026 result is encouraging, but a physical inspection remains essential to verify that the repairs were carried out to a satisfactory standard.