2018 Nissan Juke 1.2L Petrol · EU18 LGC

The most recent DVSA MOT test on this 2018 Nissan Juke was conducted on 27 November 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness standard at the time of examination. This is the second consecutive pass, following another clean pass in February 2025, and represents a stable maintenance trend overall. It is worth noting that on the same date in November 2025, a failure was recorded for an offside front windscreen wiper not clearing the windscreen effectively, classified as a repairable item; this was evidently rectified on the same day, as the pass certificate carries no advisories or defects. Prior to these tests, the vehicle passed in February 2024, February 2023, and March 2021 without any advisories, while the February 2022 test noted front tyre wear advisories on both the nearside and offside. The absence of structural, corrosion, brake, suspension, or exhaust advisories across the entire recorded history suggests the Juke has been well maintained mechanically, with no recurring component failures evident in the MOT record. With a recorded mileage of 38,285 miles over approximately eight years, this Juke has covered an average of around 4,786 miles annually, which is significantly below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of this age and suggests either genuinely light use or extended periods of standing between journeys. Lower annual mileage can be advantageous in reducing wear to major drivetrain components, but it can also bring its own issues, particularly around components that degrade with calendar age rather than use. Rubber items, brake system corrosion, and battery health are particularly susceptible to time-based deterioration rather than mileage-based wear, so this profile warrants targeted inspection even though the MOT history itself is largely unremarkable. Given the low usage pattern, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to age-related deterioration that may not be captured in standard MOT testing. Tyres fitted to a low-mileage vehicle of this age are more likely to suffer from sidewall perishing and dry rot than from outright tread wear, so inspect the sidewalls carefully for cracking, crazing, or brittleness, and check the production date on the sidewall markings, as tyres older than around six years should be replaced regardless of remaining tread depth. Examine all visible brake discs for significant surface corrosion or pitting, particularly around the outer edges and inner faces, as light-use vehicles often develop rust build-up that can lead to brake shudder or juddering under moderate pedal pressure. With the wiper failure recorded at the last test, verify that both wiper blades are in good condition, that the washer system operates correctly with an adequate quantity of screenwash, and confirm there are no scratches or chips in the offside wiper sweep area that might have contributed to the original failure. Several further checks are advisable based on the calendar age of the vehicle rather than its modest mileage. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested or inspected for terminal corrosion, as batteries that have sat discharged or partially charged for long periods can fail without warning, often presenting as slow cranking or intermittent non-start behaviour. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be renewed every two years regardless of mileage, so verify the date of the last fluid change in the service history, as contaminated fluid can lead to a soft brake pedal and reduced stopping efficiency. Engine oil, coolant, and transmission fluid should similarly be checked for condition and service intervals, and a careful inspection underneath the vehicle for any weeping seals, perished coolant hoses, or signs of standing-water corrosion in cavities and seams would be prudent. Finally, take the vehicle for an extended test drive listening for any suspension clunks or knocks from bushes and anti-roll bar links, watch for uneven tyre wear patterns that may indicate alignment or suspension component issues, and ensure the engine reaches full operating temperature to verify there are no coolant temperature irregularities or excessive smoke from the exhaust, all of which would be consistent with sensible due diligence on a low-mileage eight-year-old crossover.