2022 Nissan Leaf E + N-Connecta Electric · DS22 PZZ

A defining characteristic of this Nissan Leaf's MOT history is a singular but serious structural tyre failure on the nearside front in May 2025, which presented a Dangerous defect and resulted in an immediate test failure. The vehicle was re-presented the same day and subsequently passed without advisories, and the most recent test on 15 May 2026 again recorded a pass, though it flagged a smearing wiper blade on both sides and an advisory noting that the offside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit on its edges. While there have been no recurring advisories and the overall test outcomes trend towards pass, the appearance of two separate tyre-related issues across consecutive years points to either a pattern of aggressive wheel alignment geometry, inconsistent rotation, or uneven load distribution across the front axle that warrants direct inspection before purchase. With four years on the road and 25,622 recorded miles, the vehicle has covered approximately 6,406 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with average UK usage for an EV of this age. There is no evidence of extended standing time or anomalous mileage jumps between tests, and the three MOT records show a steady, continuous usage profile. Mechanically, this moderate annual mileage tends to produce even wear on suspension components, brake discs, and tyres, but it is also low enough that certain consumables may have aged rather than worn, particularly the 12V auxiliary battery, brake fluid, and coolant, none of which are assessed during the MOT cycle itself. Given the flagged tyre concerns, particular attention should be paid to the wheel alignment geometry, and a prospective buyer should have all four wheels checked for camber and toe settings, as the combination of an offside edge-wear advisory and a prior nearside structural failure could indicate that the front suspension geometry has been knocked out of specification at some point. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as worn suspension arms, drop links, or anti-roll bar bushes could be contributing to uneven tyre wear. Check that the steering tracks straight on a level road without pulling to either side, and inspect the nearside front tyre sidewall closely for any repair scars, bulges, or signs of impact damage that may have been replaced after the previous failure. The smearing wiper blades noted at the 2026 test are a minor service item easily resolved with replacement blades, but they should be replaced promptly as ineffective wiper performance is a safety concern in poor weather. Additionally, although no brake-related advisories appear in the MOT record, EVs use regenerative braking which can lead to corrosion buildup on the rear brake discs due to limited use, so the brake pedal feel and any judder under light braking should be evaluated during a test drive. Finally, given the lack of recorded exhaust emissions tests due to the electric drivetrain, a buyer should independently verify the state of health of the traction battery and the functionality of the charging system, as these critical components are entirely outside the scope of the DVSA inspection regime.