2013 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · FN13 MXU

The Nissan Navara presents a stable mechanical condition, culminating in a clean pass on 27 January 2026 at 131,944 miles. The preceding test on 26 January 2026 recorded a failure at the identical mileage, yet the official record lists no defects for either the fail or the subsequent pass. This pattern repeated in May 2024, where a failure at 108,292 miles preceded a pass at 108,294 miles on the same day, again with zero defects documented. While the lack of recorded defects on a failed test is unusual, the consistent clean passes indicate the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards without any active advisories or mechanical faults. The annual mileage accumulation sits at roughly 10,150 miles per year, which is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the May 2023 test at 92,207 miles and the May 2024 test at 108,294 miles, the Navara covered approximately 16,000 miles, indicating a period of heavier use. From May 2024 to the most recent test in January 2026, the mileage jumped by 23,650 miles over roughly twenty months, averaging around 14,000 miles annually. This suggests the vehicle has been used consistently for work or long-distance commuting rather than sitting idle, meaning wear on consumables and mechanical components aligns with its recorded distance rather than suffering from prolonged standing. Despite the clean MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection must focus on the structural and mechanical wear typical of a working pickup at this mileage. Examine the chassis and load bed for corrosion, particularly around the rear cross-members and outriggers, as surface rust can compromise structural integrity over time. Inspect the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for deterioration, alongside checking the condition of the brake discs and pads for uneven wear. The drivetrain and prop shaft universal joints require scrutiny for play. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, the previous owner appears to have addressed immediate failures promptly, but a physical inspection remains essential to verify the condition of these high-wear components that MOTs only assess pass-fail.