2017 Nissan Juke 1.2L Petrol · KT66 VJF

The 2017 Nissan Juke presents a stable and improving roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on 8 October 2025 at 16,822 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is significant because it follows a minor advisory in the 2022 test, indicating the previous owner addressed the wiper blade issue promptly. No recurring mechanical or structural faults have emerged across the five-test history, which is a strong indicator of consistent routine maintenance rather than neglect. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the October 2021 test at 13,649 miles and the October 2025 test at 16,822 miles, the vehicle covered just 3,173 miles over four years, averaging roughly 793 miles annually during that window. The earlier years show a similar pattern, with only 952 miles added between October 2023 and October 2024. This is well below the typical UK annual mileage of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. Such low usage raises a different concern: prolonged periods of standing can cause flat-spotting on tyres, moisture accumulation in the brake system and fuel tank, and deterioration of rubber seals and bushes due to lack of regular flexing. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the original rubber may be approaching nine years old regardless of remaining tread depth. The suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links deserve close examination, as low-mileage vehicles that sit unused can develop perished rubber components. Brake discs and pads should be checked for surface corrosion, a common issue on vehicles driven infrequently, which can cause binding or uneven braking even when the MOT tester found no fault. The exhaust system and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and seams, as short-trip driving accelerates internal moisture build-up in the exhaust. The single advisory on 5 October 2022 at 14,765 miles, a defective wiper blade causing smearing on both sides, was a minor consumable defect and has not reappeared. Its absence from subsequent tests confirms it was rectified, which reflects positively on the owner's attention to basic upkeep. Overall, this Juke's MOT history is as clean as a buyer could hope for at this age and mileage, but the low-usage pattern demands a thorough in-person inspection focused on age-degraded components rather than wear-related ones.