2013 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · FN63 AAO

The most recent DVSA examination dated 26 November 2025 shows a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements at that time. Notably, a failure was also logged on the same date, which typically suggests an initial test was carried out where one or more items required rectification, after which the vehicle was retested and passed under the same inspection visit. There is no recorded advisory information from any of the four most recent MOT tests (2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025), so the maintenance trend across the documented history appears stable with no deterioration in standard testable items such as tyres, brakes, suspension, lighting or emissions. The absence of advisories is a positive signal; however, it is worth confirming directly with the seller or inspecting station what the original failure item was, as this context is not visible within the official record. With 64,350 miles recorded over approximately thirteen years, this Nissan Note has averaged around 4,950 miles annually, which is well below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age and substantially lower than the national average. Such modest annual usage suggests either predominantly short journeys or extended periods of standing between uses, both of which carry their own mechanical considerations. Low annual mileage does not necessarily equate to a lightly worn mechanical condition, as components can degrade with age regardless of distance covered, and stop-start urban use can actually be more punishing on certain items than consistent higher-mileage motorway running. Given the relatively low mileage but advanced age of this vehicle, particular attention should be paid to time-related degradation during a physical inspection. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing or cracking caused by age-related rubber deterioration, even if the tread depth appears adequate, and the production date on the sidewall should ideally be no older than around six years. Brake discs, particularly the rear ones which on a Note are often drum units, may exhibit corrosion or surface pitting from standing, and the calipers could show signs of binding or seized slides; a test drive should be conducted to confirm straight-line stopping without pulling and to listen for any scraping or grinding noises. The exhaust system should be inspected for corrosion at the mounting points and joints, and the underside checked for surface rust, while the 12-volt battery is likely nearing the end of its typical service life and should be load-tested rather than assumed serviceable. The fluid servicing history should also be reviewed carefully, as calendar-based replacement intervals for engine coolant, brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) apply regardless of the odometer reading. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be renewed every two years, so confirmation of when this was last carried out is essential; the same applies to engine coolant which typically requires replacement every four to five years. On the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, check for uneven tyre wear which may indicate alignment or worn bushes, and verify that all electrical systems function correctly including the air conditioning, which on low-use vehicles may have suffered from infrequent compressor cycling. Finally, request the full service book documentation to verify that routine items such as cam belt replacement (if applicable to this engine variant), spark plugs and oil changes have been attended to at the correct intervals, as a clean MOT record alone does not substitute for a comprehensive service history.