2018 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · KU18 BNN

The 2018 Nissan Juke presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 7 July 2025 at 41,984 miles returning a pass. However, that test flagged two notable advisories that mark a shift from the clean records of previous years. Both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit at 3mm with outer edge wear on 215/55/R17, and both front brake discs were worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened. These are the only defects recorded in the entire five-year history, suggesting the car has been well maintained overall, but consumable wear has now reached a point requiring attention. The trend is not worsening in a structural sense, but it does indicate that routine replacement of brakes and tyres is due. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use. Across roughly eight years, the car has covered 41,984 miles, averaging approximately 5,248 miles per year, well below the typical UK annual figure of around 8,000 to 12,000 miles. The progression between tests is consistent: 23,156 miles in July 2021, 27,487 in June 2022, 32,440 in July 2023, 36,155 in June 2024, and 41,984 in July 2025. Each interval adds between roughly 4,300 and 5,800 miles, showing steady but modest use with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps. The vehicle has not been sitting idle for extended periods, nor has it been subjected to high-mileage punishment. One minor observation is that the most recent test was conducted in July 2025, meaning the current MOT certificate is now approaching its first anniversary as of June 2026, so a fresh test will be due imminently. A buyer inspecting this Juke in person should focus on the front brake discs and tyres, as the July 2025 advisory confirms these components have degraded. Outer edge wear on both front tyres could point to tracking or alignment issues, or simply to the characteristics of the 215/55/R17 fitment, but it warrants a close check of the front suspension bushes, tracking geometry, and wheel alignment. The pitted and scored front discs suggest they may have been in service longer than ideal, and a thickness measurement would confirm whether replacement is imminent. Given the low mileage and otherwise clean record, there is no indication of structural corrosion, exhaust emissions concerns, or drivetrain faults. The rear brakes, suspension components, and underside should still be inspected for any signs of seizure or corrosion consistent with a car that may have spent time stationary between short journeys, but the MOT history gives no reason to suspect serious mechanical risk. Overall, this is a lightly used example with a transparent and largely defect-free record, where the only current concerns are front-end consumables approaching the end of their service life.