2010 Nissan 370 Z 3.7L Petrol · GU60 ZTY

The most recent MOT, carried out on 16 September 2025, was passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory road‑worthiness standards at that date. Over the previous four years the MOT record shows a clear improvement: two advisories relating to power‑steering oil seepage were noted in 2022, but no further defects have appeared since, suggesting that any remedial work undertaken after the 2022 tests has been effective and that the car’s overall maintenance trend is now stable. At 69,925 miles on a 2010 model the average annual mileage works out to roughly 4,300 mi per year, which is well below the typical UK usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. The low mileage points to relatively light use, but it also raises the possibility that the car may have spent extended periods standing idle. Prolonged inactivity can accelerate the ageing of rubber components, lead to battery sulphation, and promote surface rust on brake discs and suspension parts, even though the cumulative wear on high‑mileage items such as the clutch, gearbox and engine bearings is likely to be modest. Potential buyers should give particular attention to the power‑steering system, as the 2022 advisories highlighted a near‑side front power‑steering component with slight seepage and a steering box oil leak. Inspect the steering rack, hoses and boots for any fresh oil stains or dried deposits, and verify that the power‑steering fluid level is correct. On a test drive feel for any whining or pulsation from the pump, note any steering pull to one side, and listen for clunks when turning the wheel at low speed, which could indicate worn rack bushings or a developing pump fault. The excessively tinted windscreen noted in 2022 should also be checked for compliance with legal limits and for any delamination that could impair visibility in bright sunlight. Given the vehicle’s age and low utilisation, a thorough visual and tactile inspection of age‑related items is essential. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or perished rubber, and confirm that the tread depth meets the legal minimum; the DOT code will reveal the tyre’s manufacture date, and tyres older than six years should be considered for replacement regardless of wear. Test the 12‑volt battery’s charge and load capacity, and look for corrosion on the terminals. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or uneven wear, and ensure the pads have adequate thickness and that the calipers move freely without binding. Check the suspension – especially the front coil springs, shock absorbers and rubber bushes – for signs of corrosion, leakage or cracked bushings, and verify that the exhaust system is free of perforations and that the emissions control components appear intact. Finally, confirm that routine fluid changes (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid) have been performed on a calendar basis, as time‑based degradation can occur even when mileage is low.