2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · DY15 WFR

The 2015 Nissan Juke presents a largely stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 14 January 2026 at 89,888 miles resulting in a pass. The tester flagged one item: the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover was severely deteriorated. This is a minor advisory-level defect rather than a dangerous failure, though a split or perished gaiter allows dirt and moisture into the joint, accelerating wear and eventually causing knocks or vague steering if left unaddressed. The preceding tests in January 2025 and January 2024 both passed cleanly at 88,804 and 86,787 miles respectively, and the only other blemish on record was a January 2024 failure for an inoperative engine MIL, which was rectified before the retest on the same day. Overall, the pattern suggests a vehicle that has been kept in reasonable mechanical order with no recurring or worsening structural or safety-critical faults. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable for an eleven-year-old vehicle. Between January 2023 at 85,522 miles and January 2026 at 89,888 miles, the car covered roughly 4,366 miles over three years, averaging approximately 1,455 miles per annum in that window. Across the full recorded span from 2023 to 2026, the annualised rate sits close to 1,455 miles, which is well below the typical UK average of around 8,000 miles per year. This low-mileage profile implies light use, likely short urban journeys, which can be harder on components such as the exhaust system, DPF if fitted, and battery than steady motorway running. No anomalous gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record are evident. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and steering, given the flagged anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. Check the offside front ball joint for play and listen for clunking over speed bumps, which would confirm the joint has deteriorated beyond the gaiter issue. Inspect both front lower suspension arms for worn bushes and examine the coil springs for sag or corrosion, particularly at the lower seat. The nearside front should be checked symmetrically, as components often wear in pairs. Brake discs and pads deserve attention; low-mileage urban use can lead to uneven disc wear and binding calipers, even if no brake-related defects have appeared on the MOT. Look for surface corrosion on the rear brake discs and handbrake components, common on the Juke platform. Underneath, examine the exhaust system for corrosion, especially around the flexi-joint and back box, and check the subframe and suspension mounting points for rust or cracking. The engine bay should be inspected for fluid leaks around the rocker cover gasket and oil filter housing, known weak points on the 1.2 DIG-T and 1.6 petrol units. Test the operation of all dashboard warning lights on ignition, confirming the MIL illuminates briefly and extinguishes, given the earlier MIL fault. A short drive should verify smooth clutch operation, gearbox synchromy, and that the turbocharger builds boost without hesitation or smoke. The MOT record is reassuring, but the low annual mileage and the flagged gaiter point to a vehicle that has seen gentle but possibly infrequent use, making a thorough pre-essential inspection essential.