2008 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · HG08 DXU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend regarding structural integrity. While the car passed its most recent June 2025 test at 106,833 miles, it had failed just nine days prior at the same mileage. The tester identified the front sub-frame as being insecurely attached due to a worn or loose mount bush. This indicates a significant mechanical failure in a critical load-bearing component that required immediate remedial work to achieve the subsequent passing grade. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 106,833 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. This low usage often suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, yet the data shows a rapid accumulation of over 7,000 miles between May 2023 and June 2024, followed by another 7,700 miles in the following year. The intervals between tests are consistent, but the age of the vehicle makes it susceptible to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, regardless of the low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and associated mounting points to ensure the repair performed in 2025 was executed correctly. Given the previous failure, it is vital to check for signs of heavy structural rust on the sub-frame itself, which could compromise the new bushings. The earlier failure for side lights and stop lamps in 2024 suggests a lapse in basic pre-test checks for minor electrical consumables, but the primary concern remains the structural stability of the chassis and suspension components.