2016 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · FD66 RKX

A pattern of recurring braking and underbody advisories, combined with two distinct test failures involving dangerous brake pad wear and a split CV boot, defines the mechanical trajectory of this 2016 Nissan Navara. Across the recorded test history the brake system repeatedly surfaces as a weak point, with brake pipe corrosion flagged as far back as 2023 and continuing through the 2025 test, while the 2023-10-24 entry recorded front brake pads at less than 1.5 mm thick and classed as dangerous. The same test also recorded an offside front outer CV boot split allowing ingress of dirt, and the more recent 2025-05-28 failure added a major defect for a nearside front track rod end ball joint with excessive play, alongside an inoperative engine MIL. The latest test on 2026-06-10 returned a pass, but advisories for pitted and scored front brake discs, perished and edge-worn offside rear tyres, and the persistent brake pipe corrosion note suggest that the underlying wear issues have not been fully resolved between visits. The recorded mileage of 85,359 miles over roughly a decade equates to an annual accumulation of around 8,500 miles, which sits in a broadly average band for a working light commercial vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps in the MOT history that would indicate prolonged off-road storage, and the testing cadence has been reasonably consistent from 2022 onward, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout this period. For a Navara of this type and mileage, this level of usage is consistent with steady wear on suspension bushes, ball joints, brake components, and drivetrain seals, all of which appear in the recorded defects. The mileage context therefore aligns with the observed component wear rather than suggesting any unusual usage pattern. For a prospective buyer, the brake system warrants close physical inspection before purchase. The advisories for pitted front brake discs and corroded brake pipes indicate that a thorough under-wheel examination is essential, looking for visible corrosion along the pipe runs, particularly at joints and flex line connections, and measuring the remaining brake disc thickness with a gauge to confirm the discs have sufficient material left after any refacing. On a test drive, any pulsation through the brake pedal, squealing under light application, or a soft or spongy pedal feel should be treated as a red flag given the dangerous brake pad failure recorded in 2023. A full brake fluid service would also be a sensible recommendation regardless of current condition. Suspension and steering condition demands equally careful attention given the track rod end ball joint failure and the anti-roll bar bush advisory on record. With the vehicle raised, check for any play or knocking from the front suspension arms, drop links, and anti-roll bar mountings, and listen for clonking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces at low speed. The CV joint noted as split on the offside front in 2023 should be confirmed as having been replaced with a proper boot kit rather than a temporary repair, by inspecting the inside of the wheel for fresh grease and a secure boot clamp. Finally, request evidence that the engine MIL fault from the 2025 test has been resolved through diagnostic scanning, as an unresolved emissions or engine management warning could indicate an ongoing fault that may recur and would warrant an OBD plug-in read before committing to purchase.