2009 Nissan Primastar 2.0L Diesel · HG09 AVW

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred mechanical repairs, particularly regarding steering and suspension components. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 81,827 miles, the vehicle passed despite several advisories including an oil leak, play in the offside front track rod end, and a worn nearside front tyre. While the critical failures from 2022 regarding the parking brake have been rectified, the recurrence of steering-related play suggests that the owner addresses faults react rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 81,827 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-interval usage, such as only 7,677 miles driven between October 2023 and October 2025. While low mileage often reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can frequently lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which may explain the presence of the minor oil leak noted in the 2025 record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering system, as the record flagged play in the steering rack inner joints in both 2023 and 2024, alongside repeated track rod end issues in 2022 and 2025. These recurring suspension faults indicate a potential need for a comprehensive front-end overhaul. Additionally, the parking brake should be tested thoroughly to ensure the repair following the 2022 failure—where efficiency was below the 50% threshold—remains effective. Given the oil leak advisory from the 2025 test, a visual check of the engine block and sump area is necessary to determine if it is a minor weeping seal or a more significant gasket failure.