2017 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · DP66 SXO

Persistent component wear highlighted by recurring suspension and brake advisories defines the mechanical profile of this nine-year-old Nissan Juke, which successfully secured a test pass on 30 April 2026 at 106,716 miles. While the vehicle has avoided catastrophic structural failures during its test history, aside from a minor exhaust silencer failure in May 2024 that was swiftly rectified, the recent 2026 MOT record highlights a cluster of developing items that require close inspection. The emergence of persistent suspension play alongside corrosion notes on the hydraulic lines indicates that wear and tear are beginning to compound across the chassis. Accumulating 106,716 miles over its roughly nine-year life equates to an average of around 11,850 miles driven annually, representing a typical UK driving frequency without extended periods of inactivity or severe over-mileage. Testing frequency has generally followed a standard annual cadence, although multiple tests occurred within the 2024 calendar year due to the exhaust-related refusal. This steady operational pace means that wear is distributed evenly across standard serviceable items rather than concentrated by long periods of standing or extreme fleet usage. During the physical pre-purchase inspection and test drive, specific attention must be paid to the front suspension arm ball joint on the nearside, which was flagged with slight play in both 2025 and 2026. A prospective buyer should listen closely for knocking or clunking noises when negotiating potholes or speed humps, and check for vagueness or wandering in the steering alignment. The advisory concerning the oil leak, noted as not excessive in consecutive years, warrants a ramp inspection to identify the source and determine whether it stems from a weeping sump gasket, timing cover, or turbo feed pipe. The braking system also requires targeted evaluation given its historical record of scored discs, thin pads, and the recent notation of corrosion on both rear brake pipes covered in grease or protective material. On a test drive, check for any sponginess in the brake pedal travel, uneven pulling to one side under braking, or grinding noises that would suggest advanced disc and pad wear. Furthermore, the rear brake lines should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected to establish whether the surface corrosion compromises the structural integrity of the metal lines beneath any applied protective coating.