2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · EY65 BFP

A recurring thread of tyre wear advisories across multiple consecutive MOT tests is the defining mechanical characteristic of this 2015 Nissan Juke. Each of the last four recorded tests has flagged some form of tyre concern, ranging from front tyres worn close to the legal limit on both inner and outer edges in late 2023, to an offside rear tyre similarly worn on edge a year later, and most recently both rear tyres showing damage, cracking, or perishing at the test in November 2025. Alongside this, the 2023 test produced the only recorded failure, with two major defects recorded on the same day: an inoperative or malfunction-indicating engine management warning lamp and an electronic stability control warning lamp indicating a fault. These were rectified for the subsequent pass at the same location two days later, suggesting targeted repairs rather than a deeper underlying issue, but the dual nature of the dashboard warning lamp faults is worth noting. Beyond these, the only other advisories are rear brake pads wearing thin on both sides in 2024 and a minor advisory regarding items removed from the driver's view in 2022. The vehicle has passed every test since late 2023, so immediate roadworthiness is established, but the persistent pattern of tyre-related advisories suggests geometry, alignment, or suspension geometry concerns that a buyer should investigate. With 67,685 miles recorded across approximately 11 years of age, this Juke has accumulated mileage at a rate of roughly 6,150 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical band for a vehicle of this age and segment. There are no significant gaps in the annual testing record that would indicate extended periods off the road, and no sudden jumps in mileage between consecutive tests to suggest inconsistent or unusually heavy use in any single year. The steady, predictable mileage accumulation means wear on consumables such as brake pads, tyres, clutches, and suspension components is likely to have progressed at a normal pace rather than being accelerated by excessive motorway mileage. That said, the brake pad advisory recorded in late 2024 confirms the braking system is in active service and consumable wear is occurring as expected for a car of this age and mileage. Given the tyre wear pattern documented across the MOT history, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to wheel alignment and suspension geometry on a test drive. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which could indicate worn wishbone bushes, drop links, or anti-roll bar linkages. Notice whether the steering pulls to one side under braking or on a straight motorway stretch, and inspect the inner and outer edges of all four tyres for uneven wear, feathering, or stepped shoulders that would suggest camber or toe misalignment. The 2024 advisory noted the offside rear tyre specifically worn on edge, which is unusual for a rear axle and may point to a weakened rear beam bush or trailing arm component on this Juke, so a visual check underneath for cracked or perished rear suspension bushes is worthwhile. Also inspect the sidewalls of the rear tyres carefully for the cracking and perishing noted in the most recent test, as this can develop further between MOTs and may warrant replacement regardless of tread depth. The 2023 failure relating to the engine management warning lamp and electronic stability control warning lamp warrants a focused inspection, even though the vehicle subsequently passed. On a test drive, observe whether the engine management light, traction control light, or stability control light illuminate at start-up and then extinguish as they should, and whether any warning messages appear on the dashboard display. The electronic stability control system on the Juke relies on inputs from the wheel speed sensors, steering angle sensor, yaw sensor, and ABS module, so a fault could plausibly relate to any of these components. A diagnostic scan retrieving stored fault codes from the ABS and stability control modules would be a prudent step before purchase. Additionally, with rear brake pads noted as wearing thin in late 2024, a physical check of pad material thickness and disc condition is sensible, listening for any grinding or squealing on a moderate braking test and feeling for any judder or pulsing through the brake pedal that would suggest disc warping. No structural corrosion advisories have been recorded in any test, which is a positive indicator for the integrity of the body and undertray areas.