2022 Nissan Leaf Electric · H18 DAR

The most recent official DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Nissan Leaf was conducted on 11 October 2025, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded against it. With only a single test entry present on the database, the vehicle is just emerging from its first mandatory test cycle, as cars in the United Kingdom are not required to undertake an MOT until they reach three years of age. The clean pass therefore provides an encouraging initial baseline indicator of roadworthiness at that point in time, though it must be recognised that a solitary test result does not yet establish a long term maintenance trend. The absence of any advisories is particularly positive, as it suggests that the examiner did not identify components that were worn but still within legal tolerance at the point of inspection. The recorded mileage of 13,228 miles over an ownership period of approximately four years equates to an annual usage rate of around 3,307 miles, which is substantially below the national average for a privately owned vehicle of this age. Such low mileage can be indicative of a vehicle that has been used predominantly for short urban trips or that has experienced extended periods of standing idle between uses. While lower mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on major drivetrain components, in the case of an electric vehicle like the Leaf, prolonged standing can bring its own considerations. The high voltage traction battery, the 12V auxiliary battery, and various rubber and lubricated components can all degrade through calendar ageing rather than through use, meaning that low recorded mileage does not necessarily equate to a vehicle in uniformly excellent mechanical condition. Given the low annual mileage and the relatively young age of the vehicle, a prospective buyer should focus attention on the time related degradation of components that can deteriorate independently of distance travelled. Tyres warrant close physical inspection for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and a vehicle that has covered only 13,228 miles may still be running on its original tyres which by now will be four years old. The 12V auxiliary battery should be tested for its state of charge and cranking capability, as auxiliary batteries that remain in a chronically undercharged state on low use vehicles frequently fail prematurely. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for surface corrosion and any evidence of seizing or binding, since low mileage vehicles that have not been subjected to regular spirited driving are particularly prone to corroded brake interfaces which can cause uneven retardation, pedal pulsation, or pulling to one side under braking. Further inspection should encompass a careful review of the high voltage traction battery state of health, which can be assessed via the vehicle menu or through a Nissan dealership diagnostic readout, as capacity loss on early Leaf units can occur irrespective of mileage. The charging cable and port should be examined for signs of damage, contamination, or thermal discolouration. All fluid systems, including the brake fluid, which is hygroscopic and degrades on a calendar basis typically every two years, and the coolant for the thermal management and inverter circuits, should be checked against the manufacturer's replacement schedule rather than purely by mileage. Finally, the suspension should be examined for any perished bushes, and a careful road test should be undertaken paying particular attention to any clonks or knocking from the suspension over uneven surfaces, any abnormal noises from the regenerative braking system, and the smooth operation of all electronic systems, as a vehicle of this age with such modest mileage may still harbour latent faults that have not yet manifested due to infrequent use.