2015 Nissan Pulsar 1.2L Petrol · EU15 RFF

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 22 June 2026 returned a Pass, though five advisories were recorded against the vehicle, suggesting that while it remains legally roadworthy, several maintenance items are beginning to demand follow-up. Across the recent test history the pattern is best described as broadly stable with minor deterioration in localised areas. The same advisory regarding an oil leak has been flagged on every test since 2022, indicating a persistent but non-excessive seepage from the engine or ancillary components which has not yet worsened sufficiently to fail. More notably, the front suspension lower arm components have shown progressive wear: what began as slight play in 2022 and worn but not excessive movement in 2024 escalated to major failure items in June 2025, requiring replacement before the vehicle could pass. The fact that the vehicle passed in 2026 indicates the work was carried out, but the underlying wear rate on these components is worth scrutinising carefully. With recorded mileage of 106,093 miles over approximately eleven years, this Nissan Pulsar has averaged around 9,645 miles per annum, which is broadly typical for its age and suggests regular but moderate use. There is no evidence in the MOT record of unusually large gaps between tests or sudden mileage jumps, and the consistent annual MOT attendance indicates the vehicle has been in continuous use rather than laid up for extended periods. Mechanically, this mileage profile points to standard wear on consumables such as brake pads and discs, clutches if manual, tyres, and exhaust components, alongside the typical age-related degradation of rubber bushes, dampers, and engine ancillaries. The recorded annual mileage is sufficient to keep lubricants circulated and prevent severe standing-related deterioration, though not high enough to suggest the drivetrain has been unduly stressed. The recurring oil leak advisory is the single most persistent issue in the MOT history and warrants close attention during any inspection. Although consistently described as not excessive, an oil leak that has been present for at least four consecutive test cycles could originate from a valve cover gasket, sump gasket, camshaft seal, or a leaking turbo oil feed if the vehicle is a diesel variant. On a test drive, the buyer should look for fresh oil residue on the lower engine and bellhousing areas, blue or blue-grey exhaust smoke under load indicating oil burning, and a need to monitor the dipstick level between services. Additionally, the nearside rear tyre was flagged in 2026 for slight damage, cracking or perishing, which is consistent with the vehicle's age even at moderate mileage; rubber compounds degrade with time regardless of tread depth, so all four tyres should be inspected for sidewall cracking, and replacement considered if any perishing is visible. The suspension history deserves particular focus given the major defects recorded in 2025. Although the lower arms and ball joints were evidently replaced to achieve the 2026 pass, the buyer should ask for documentary evidence of the work performed, including which components were fitted and whether genuine or aftermarket parts were used. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front end over speed humps, rough roads, or during full-lock manoeuvres, and feel for imprecise steering response or vague directional stability which could indicate bushes that have already begun to wear on the replacement components. The front tyres were also flagged as worn close to the legal limit on the inner or outer edges in both 2021 and 2026, suggesting a possible tracking or geometry issue, so a four-wheel alignment check would be prudent. Beyond the recorded items, an eleven-year-old vehicle at this mileage should also receive attention to its brake discs for corrosion ridges, the 12V battery health given its age, the condition and age of the coolant and brake fluid which degrade on a calendar basis, and the timing chain or belt service interval if applicable to this engine. A full service history with verifiable stamps would significantly strengthen buyer confidence in this otherwise mechanically sound Pulsar.