2011 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · EK11 SSV

A recurring pattern of running consumable components down to critical thresholds defines the mechanical history of this Nissan Juke, which most recently passed its MOT on 5 November 2025 with a minor defect recorded for a severely deteriorated nearside front inner drive shaft constant velocity boot. This latest issue points to an ongoing trend of delayed maintenance on wear-and-tear items, echoing a previous dangerous failure in October 2020 when the front brake pads were recorded at less than 1.5 mm thick. While the vehicle has consistently secured passes in recent years, the MOT record reveals a history of components being replaced only after they have deteriorated to a failing or near-failing state, rather than being addressed proactively. Accumulating approximately 5,743 miles per year to reach its current total of 86,147 miles, the vehicle has seen relatively light but steady annual usage for a fifteen-year-old car. This consistent, low-mileage profile suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to prolonged periods of off-road storage, which helps mitigate the risks of seized mechanical components or advanced structural corrosion. However, such a usage pattern often involves short, stop-start journeys that place higher stress on the clutch, gearbox, and exhaust system, while failing to bring the engine up to its optimal operating temperature for long enough to clear carbon deposits. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the front drivetrain during a test drive, specifically listening for any rhythmic clicking or popping noises when turning the steering wheel on full lock. This symptom indicates that the severely deteriorated nearside front inner constant velocity boot flagged in the latest test has split, allowing grease to escape and road dirt to enter, which rapidly destroys the constant velocity joint. Additionally, given that the rear brake pads were advised as wearing thin in November 2024 and the front brakes have a historical failure for extreme wear, the braking system should be thoroughly evaluated for any grinding noises, pulling to one side, or a spongy pedal feel that might indicate uneven pad wear or a binding caliper. The vehicle's cabin and safety systems also require physical verification, particularly the rear seat belts. The MOT history notes previous failures and advisories for damaged flexible stalks, frayed webbing, and a defective retracting mechanism on the offside rear seat belt. Although these were resolved to secure passes, the buyer should pull each seat belt fully out to check for renewed fraying and ensure they retract smoothly and lock securely under sudden tension. Finally, the historical advisories for uneven tyre wear on both the front and rear nearside edges suggest a potential wheel alignment issue; the steering wheel should be checked for centering on a straight flat road, and any pulling to one side should be investigated to prevent premature tyre wear.