2007 Nissan X-Trail 2.5L Petrol · EX07 AUL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of worsening structural and exhaust-related issues. The most recent test in December 2025 at 144,679 miles identified a minor exhaust gas leak and defective headlamp lenses. This represents a slight progression from the 2023 and 2024 tests which flagged heavily rusty exhaust components and broken brackets. While the vehicle continues to pass tests, the recurring presence of rust on the inner sills suggests that structural integrity is actively degrading. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. There was a significant jump in usage between December 2022 at 88,016 miles and December 2023 at 112,689 miles, where the vehicle covered over 24,000 miles in a single year. Usage has remained high since then, reaching 144,679 miles by late 2025. This accelerated use correlates with the more frequent failures of mechanical components and suspension parts seen in the later inspection records. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection to assess the extent of the rust on the inner sills, as the tester flagged this defect consistently from 2023 through 2024. Particular attention should be paid to the exhaust system and the front drive assembly. The history shows a pattern of CV boots splitting and drive shaft joints failing between 2019, 2020, and 2023. The buyer should verify that these components have been properly replaced rather than patched, and check that the exhaust leak noted in the 2025 test does not indicate deeper corrosion through the mounting points.