2017 Nissan X-Trail 1.6L Diesel · KX17 HPM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car passed the July 2025 test at 73,644 miles, it failed just two miles prior due to multiple mechanical and safety defects. The tester flagged an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint, a missing rear road wheel fixing, and pitted front brake discs. These failures suggest that the previous owner only addressed components once they triggered an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative servicing. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of roughly 11,000 miles between the July 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 10,400 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been used consistently, which is generally beneficial for seals and rubber components, though the low annual mileage does not protect the vehicle from the wear on suspension and brakes if maintenance is neglected between service intervals. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension to ensure the ball joint replacement was thorough and that no other bushings are developing play. The history shows uneven tyre wear on the offside front in 2025, which indicates a potential alignment issue that needs verification to prevent premature scrubbing. Additionally, the recurring mention of thin brake pads in 2023 and scored discs in 2025 necessitates a physical check of the braking system for thickness and caliper condition. Check the sidewalls of the tyres for cracking, as the 2023 advisory previously noted perishing, suggesting the rubber may be reaching the end of its life despite the relatively low mileage.