2020 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · DP70 RFN

A clean overall roadworthiness picture emerges from this 2020 Nissan Navara's MOT record, with two passes and only one failure since testing began, and that single failure on 16 November 2023 was a minor headlamp aim issue on the offside lamp rather than anything structural or mechanical. The vehicle returned to the same test centre later the same day and passed, suggesting the headlamp adjustment was rectified promptly. The most recent test on 29 January 2026 recorded a pass with only an advisory noting that items had been removed from the driver's view prior to test, a procedural note rather than a mechanical defect. Across the documented history the only substantive advisories relate to tyre tread depth and front brake pad wear, both entirely consistent with normal service use on a working pickup of this age and mileage. There is no history of suspension component wear, corrosion, structural concerns, exhaust failures, driveshaft or steering defects, or recurring brake system issues, which is a reassuring baseline for a commercial-orientated double cab of this vintage. With 45,766 miles recorded over approximately six years, annual accumulation works out at roughly 7,600 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a vehicle of this type and age. There are no unusual gaps in testing or anomalous jumps in recorded mileage between tests, suggesting continuous use rather than long periods off the road or sporadic high-mileage episodes. This steady usage pattern is generally favourable for a diesel pickup because it tends to keep the drivetrain, turbo, DPF, and brakes working regularly without suffering the condensation and seal drying issues associated with prolonged standing. At this mileage level, consumable wear such as clutches, dual-mass flywheels, and turbochargers on heavily worked commercial vehicles would be a concern, but the annual rate recorded does not indicate the kind of intensive fleet or towing duty that typically accelerates those failures. Routine servicing rather than major mechanical intervention would be the expected maintenance posture for a Navara at this point. For a prospective buyer, the most relevant items to inspect on a physical viewing are the front brake pads, which were noted at 2.5mm of friction material in December 2024 and will almost certainly require replacement imminently if not already attended to. During a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing from the front wheels under light braking, and feel for a soft or spongy pedal that could indicate pad wear down to the backing plate or a worn caliper slider. Check the tyre tread depths across all four corners, as the previous advisory noted all tyres at between 2 and 2.5mm, meaning a fresh set of tyres will be due very soon, and inspect the sidewalls for any cracking or bulges consistent with age. On the test drive, pay particular attention to steering feel, as the Navara is known for wear in the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar drop links at this mileage, listen for clonking over speed bumps and uneven road surfaces, and check for any wander or pulling under braking that could indicate worn lower control arm bushes or top mount bearings. Beyond the items flagged in the MOT record, a thorough inspection should include a check for oil leaks from the rear main seal and around the turbocharger, both of which can present on the YS23 2.3-litre diesel engine at this mileage, as well as an examination of the propshaft universal joints for any play when the vehicle is on a lift. Inspect the underside and chassis rails for any corrosion, particularly around the rear leaf spring mounting points and the spare wheel carrier area, as commercial pickups are often exposed to moisture and road salt from underbody use. On the test drive, verify that the four-wheel-drive system engages smoothly via the rotary controller if fitted, listen for any clonking from the front hubs on full lock which could indicate worn CV joints or freewheel hubs, and confirm that the DPF regeneration cycle is completing without warning lights or restricted performance. Finally, confirm the timing belt or chain service interval history, as a neglected timing chain on this engine can lead to expensive failure, and ensure that any towing use has been matched with appropriate clutch and gearbox maintenance records.