2022 Nissan Leaf Electric · DS72 LDD

A broadly clean DVSA record supports the roadworthiness of this 2022 Nissan Leaf, with the latest MOT on 23 April 2026 recorded as a pass and no advisories other than a nearside front tyre noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. The only recorded failure is a minor presentation issue from the earlier 24 November 2025 test, where the windscreen washer provided insufficient washer fluid, which was rectified the same day to secure a pass. Across two tests in 2025 and 2026, there are no advisories relating to suspension components, brake pipes or hoses, steering, structural corrosion, or emissions, which is a positive indication for an electric car of this age. The single advisory on the front tyre is the only consumable item flagged across the available history, and given that the test was passed with the tyre still within legal limits, it would simply warrant measurement of the remaining tread depth and consideration of replacement if below approximately 3mm. The recorded mileage of 20,404 miles over four years equates to roughly 5,101 miles annually, which is notably below the average annual mileage for a UK vehicle of this age. This lower accumulation rate means less wear on mechanical consumables generally, including the friction surfaces of the braking system, suspension bushes, steering components, and the tyres themselves. For an electric vehicle in particular, lower mileage also suggests reduced cycling of the high-voltage battery, although prolonged periods of standing can introduce separate considerations such as 12V auxiliary battery condition and potential brake caliper seizure due to infrequent operation. The mileage history as presented shows steady, modest use rather than any rapid accumulation or extended periods off the road between tests, which aligns with a vehicle that has been driven regularly but not heavily. The single advisory relating to the nearside front tyre wearing close to the legal limit and on its edge is the most specific mechanical lead to follow up on prior to purchase. On inspection, the remaining tread depth across the full width of the tyre should be measured with a gauge, and the wear pattern examined closely for signs of uneven shoulder wear, feathering, or one-sided scrubbing, which could indicate a wheel alignment issue, worn suspension component, or a tracking problem. On a test drive, the vehicle should be driven over uneven road surfaces and speed humps to listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension, and the steering checked for pulling to the nearside, vibration through the wheel, or uneven self-centring, all of which could explain the edge wear noted on the advisory. The nearside front wheel should also be inspected for any signs of kerbing damage to the rim, which can contribute to irregular tyre wear patterns. Given the absence of any recorded brake, suspension, or corrosion advisories, a test drive should nonetheless include firm brake applications from moderate speed to confirm the vehicle stops in a straight line without pulling, as low-mileage EVs are known to suffer from seized brake calipers due to limited use of the friction braking system. The steering should be turned through full lock at low speed in both directions to listen for any binding, groaning, or clunking from the steering rack or column, and the vehicle should be observed for any warning messages on the dashboard relating to the high-voltage battery state of charge or the auxiliary 12V system. Under the vehicle, the boot floor and underbody areas typical of corrosion concerns on Nissan Leafs of this generation should be visually inspected for any surface rust or structural concerns, although none have been recorded by the tester. Finally, the windscreen washer system should be operated to confirm adequate fluid delivery to both the front and rear washer jets, as the previous failure related specifically to insufficient washer liquid being provided.