2020 Nissan Leaf Electric · DP70 LFV

The vehicle passed its most recent test on 7 November 2025, yet the maintenance trend indicates inconsistent care regarding consumables. The failure on 6 November 2025 at 49,367 miles highlighted defective windscreen wipers and an illegible number plate alongside mechanical wear. While the tester passed the vehicle the following day, the persistence of tyre damage and emerging suspension defects suggests a worsening pattern of upkeep rather than a stable maintenance history. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical expectations for a six-year-old vehicle. The odometer advanced from 32,209 miles in November 2023 to 41,830 miles by November 2024, covering approximately 9,600 miles in that year. The subsequent year saw a reduction to roughly 7,500 miles, reaching the current 49,367 miles. This consistent usage rules out periods of long-term storage, which often causes battery degradation in electric vehicles, and confirms the car has seen regular road use. A prospective buyer must prioritise a detailed inspection of the tyre condition and wheel alignment. The history shows a recurring failure to manage tyre integrity, with the tester flagging tread wear close to the legal limit in 2023 and 2024, followed by multiple punctures, cuts, and loose components within the tyre structure in 2025. This frequency of damage may indicate driving on poor road surfaces or misaligned geometry. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, and scored during the November 2025 failure. Although the car passed the retest, these discs likely remain in a suboptimal condition and require measurement to ensure they meet minimum thickness. Finally, examine the offside front upper shock absorber mounting, where the rubber has started to split at the top of the coil spring, as this allows moisture ingress and accelerates suspension wear.