2016 Nissan Leaf Electric · HG65 NDF

A pattern of advancing brake wear, tyre depletion and emerging rear‑axle corrosion dominates this 2016 Nissan Leaf’s MOT history; the February 2026 test recorded a pass but only after a failure two days earlier that flagged dangerously shallow rear‑tyre tread and an excessively worn off‑side front suspension arm ball joint, underscoring that the vehicle’s roadworthiness is currently marginal and dependent on remedial work. The recorded 72,574 mi over a decade translates to roughly 7,200 mi per year, a mileage rate that sits squarely within normal usage for a ten‑year‑old car. Annual MOTs have been logged without significant gaps, indicating consistent road use rather than prolonged storage, yet the tyre wear advisories appear disproportionate to the modest mileage, suggesting either aggressive driving styles, frequent short trips, or possible under‑inflation that has accelerated tread loss. Brake components demand immediate attention: rear brake discs were noted as worn, pitted and scored in the latest test, and rear pads were previously deemed dangerous for being under 1.5 mm thick. Front brake discs were recorded as significantly worn in 2025, and the front‑suspension ball joint was flagged as excessively worn, which can produce steering looseness, clunking over bumps and uneven tyre wear. Prospective buyers should feel for pedal firmness, listen for squeal or grinding under braking, and test steering response for any play or binding. The off‑side rear wheel bearing was described as rough when rotated, so a humming or grinding noise that changes with vehicle speed would indicate imminent bearing failure. The rear‑axle corrosion advisory, now recurring, warrants a visual inspection of the subframe and mounting points for rust penetration that could compromise structural integrity; any signs of flaking or pitting should be addressed before load‑bearing stresses increase. Given the multiple tyre‑wear advisories across several years, a full tyre set replacement is advisable, coupled with an alignment check to prevent repeat wear. A comprehensive pre‑purchase examination by a qualified EV technician should verify brake disc thickness, pad condition, suspension ball‑joint play, wheel‑bearing smoothness and the extent of axle corrosion, allowing the buyer to budget for these foreseeable component replacements while confirming the vehicle’s suitability for continued road use.