2017 Nissan Leaf Electricity · FD17 LCP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline regarding the braking system. While it passed its latest test in January 2026 at 68,886 miles, it did so only after failing initially for multiple mechanical faults. The tester flagged imbalanced front brakes that only barely met legal requirements, alongside thin rear pads and pitted discs across all corners. The presence of rear caliper binding suggests a lack of proactive maintenance, leading to reactive rather than preventative repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 63,375 miles and the January 2026 test at 68,886 miles, the car covered 5,511 miles over two and a half years. This low annual usage often contributes to the surface corrosion seen on braking components, as infrequent use of the brakes can lead to the pitting and scoring of the discs noted in the most recent records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the entire braking assembly. The record shows a persistent history of pitting and scoring on all four brake discs dating back to 2024, with binding issues on the rear calipers appearing in 2026. This indicates that the calipers may be seizing or the slider pins are fouled. Additionally, the parking brake mechanism has been a recurring point of failure between 2023 and 2024, suggesting the cables or mechanical linkage require adjustment or replacement to ensure reliable operation.