2014 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · GL63 OPH

A consistent pattern of front-end wear and minor electrical issues defines the mechanical story of this 2014 Nissan Note, with the 93,173-mile odometer reading reflecting a car that has seen steady, ordinary use rather than neglect or abuse. The most recent interaction with the DVSA test station on 23 January 2026 produced both a pass certificate and a same-day failure, though the failure cause was relatively trivial: front wiper blades that had split and were no longer clearing the screen effectively, a routine consumable item. Working back through the record, the vehicle passed cleanly in January 2025 with only a tyre edge-wear advisory, passed in January 2024 with a note about offside front suspension arm pin or bush wear, and passed in January 2023 with an advisory for a non-functioning offside front daytime running light. The overriding trend is one of stable roadworthiness with a recurring theme of front suspension and lighting components drawing attention. With twelve years of service on the road and 93,173 recorded miles, the car has averaged roughly 7,764 miles annually, which is broadly typical for its age and suggests it has not been left standing unused for prolonged periods or subjected to extreme high-mileage driving. The MOT testing record shows consistent annual attendance at the test station, which provides reasonable confidence that the mileage is continuous and the vehicle has remained in regular service. From a mechanical standpoint, this kind of usage profile means consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and exhaust components will have experienced normal wear rates, while age-sensitive items like rubber bushes, gaiters, and electrical contacts will have aged in line with calendar years rather than being prematurely worn through extreme mileage. The Note's HR15DE engine and associated drivetrain components are generally robust at this mileage, but the front suspension has clearly been doing its share of work. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension bush wear flagged in the 2024 test is the single most important area to evaluate, as worn bushes of that nature can progress to cause excessive movement and subsequent failure if left unaddressed. On a test drive, pay close attention to the offside front corner when traversing speed bumps or potholes, listening for any clonks, knocks, or excessive vertical movement that would suggest the bush has deteriorated further since the advisory was raised. Steering response should remain precise with no vagueness on turn-in, and the car should track straight without pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate the bush wear has begun to affect geometry. Additionally, examine the nearside front suspension components carefully, as advisories on one side of a front axle are frequently mirrored on the opposite side once the wear threshold is reached, and a thorough inspection of both wishbones, drop links, and anti-roll bar mountings is warranted. The front tyre advisory from the 2025 test, noting wear close to the legal limit on both fronts, is another area demanding immediate attention given that two years have elapsed and the tyres will almost certainly require replacement. Check the front tread depth with a gauge and inspect both shoulders for uneven wear patterns, which could point to suspension geometry issues stemming from the worn bush or simply indicate the need for a wheel alignment. The failed wiper blades from the latest test are a trivial fix, but during a physical inspection, verify that all exterior lighting including the offside front daytime running LED unit is functioning, as the 2023 advisory suggests intermittent electrical gremlins. Finally, examine the underbody for any corrosion given the vehicle's age, though the absence of any structural advisories in the MOT record suggests the Note has so far escaped the rust issues that can affect older vehicles, and a general inspection of brake pipes, the exhaust system, and subframe mounting points should confirm continued sound structural integrity.