2021 Nissan Leaf Electricity · E8 PSF

The 2021 Nissan Leaf is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 2025-08-01 with no recorded defects at 12,199 miles. This clean result follows a previous test in December 2024 that noted only minor advisory items—both windscreen wiper blades were smearing slightly but did not cause a failure. The improvement from advisories to a completely clean pass suggests a stable or slightly improving maintenance trend, assuming the wiper blades were replaced or corrected after the last inspection. With just 12,199 miles on the odometer as of August 2025, this five-year-old EV has averaged approximately 2,440 miles per year—well below typical usage. The mileage increased by 2,377 miles between December 2024 and August 2025, indicating modest but consistent use during that eight-month window. There are no signs of sudden spikes or prolonged stagnation in the recorded data, and the sparse MOT history reflects light duty without evidence of neglect or excessive wear from high mileage. Given the vehicle’s low annual mileage, prospective buyers should pay close attention to components that can degrade from infrequent use rather than wear from distance. Rubber parts such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and weather seals may harden or crack over time despite low miles. The earlier advisory about both wiper blades smearing could hint at intermittent use leading to dried or degraded rubber—a pattern that might extend to other elastomers. Although no brake or suspension faults have been logged, it’s prudent to inspect for binding calipers, flat-spotting on tyres, or weak 12V auxiliary batteries, all common in lightly used EVs. Structurally, the absence of any corrosion or bodywork advisories across both tests is reassuring, especially for a vehicle approaching its sixth year. Still, a hands-on inspection should verify the integrity of the underbody and wheel arches, particularly if the car has been parked outdoors or in damp conditions for extended periods. While the MOT record shows no red flags, the combination of age and low mileage warrants a thorough check of fluid condition (coolant, brake fluid), tyre sidewall flexibility, and high-voltage system diagnostics beyond the scope of standard MOT testing.