2006 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · DX06 XVR

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 14 June 2025, resulted in a PASS with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the ideal outcome for a prospective buyer reviewing the history. The prior entry from 7 June 2025, a mere seven days earlier, shows a FAILED test with no defects listed, which is unusual and may indicate a test that was aborted or refused rather than a genuine mechanical or structural failure, particularly given the immediate successful retest. Across the available history, the vehicle has demonstrated a clean and stable maintenance trend, passing on 28 June 2023, 14 June 2024, and again on 14 June 2025 without any recorded advisories. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been reasonably well maintained, although the absence of recorded advisories over consecutive tests on a vehicle of this age is somewhat unusual and should be verified against the physical condition of the consumable components during inspection. With 133,823 miles recorded over a 20-year service life, this Nissan Navara has averaged approximately 6,691 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a working utility vehicle of this era. This mileage profile points to a balance between road use and standing periods, which is common for pickups that may alternate between daily use, weekend work, and periods of inactivity. A modest annual mileage of this nature reduces the likelihood of high-wear items such as the clutch, turbocharger, and drivetrain components having been excessively stressed, but it does increase the risk of corrosion, fluid degradation, and deterioration of rubber and polymer components due to extended standing periods and calendar ageing. Given the clean MOT history and the age of the vehicle, a prospective buyer should focus on calendar-based degradation rather than relying solely on mileage-based wear indicators. The tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds deteriorate with age regardless of tread depth, and any tyres over six years old should be replaced irrespective of remaining tread. The underside of the vehicle, particularly the chassis rails, outriggers, suspension mounting points, brake lines, and exhaust system, should be examined for corrosion, as road salt and standing periods can cause significant surface and structural oxidation on a 20-year-old vehicle. The brake discs, especially on the rear axle, may exhibit corrosion ridges or binding calipers from infrequent use, and these should be checked by spinning the wheels when raised to confirm free rotation without resistance or uneven pad contact. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the suspension for any clonks, knocks, or knocking noises over uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, shock absorbers, and coil spring seats are common failure points on the Navara of this vintage. Listen for any untoward engine noises, timing chain rattle on cold start, and observe the exhaust for excessive smoke, particularly blue smoke indicative of oil consumption through worn valve stem seals. Check that all warning lamps extinguish promptly on start-up, and verify the 12V battery holds charge under load, as batteries beyond five years of age are prone to failure. Finally, ensure all fluid services have been performed at appropriate intervals, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transfer box and differential oils if fitted with four-wheel drive, and request evidence of recent service work to confirm continued maintenance standards.