2018 Nissan X-Trail 1.6L Diesel · FX18 KVB

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 24 March 2025 at 131,808 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean passes in 2023 and 2024, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety components have been meeting DVSA standards during consecutive testing intervals. The mileage accumulation is high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 16,500 miles per annum. A significant surge in usage occurred between March 2023 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered over 45,000 miles in just two years. This rate of travel suggests consistent motorway use, which often results in less wear on the clutch and suspension components compared to frequent city driving. While the clean MOT history suggests the vehicle is well-maintained, the high mileage puts increased strain on the turbocharger, suspension bushings, and drivetrain-related hardware. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on components most susceptible to high-mileage fatigue. Although the MOT record shows no advisories, the tester should check for signs of oil leaks around the engine and inspect for play in the control arm bushes. Given the failure in March 2022 at 71,874 miles, which was rectified to allow a pass, it is vital to verify that the specific fault from that test has not recurred. Examine the brake discs for thinning and check the exhaust system for excessive structural corrosion, as high-mileage vehicles often reach the replacement threshold for these items sooner than average.