2013 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · L14 JBL

A consistent record of clean MOT outcomes defines this 2013 Nissan Juke, with no advisories or defect entries recorded across any of the documented tests. The most recent pass on 8 October 2025 follows a brief anomaly on 6 October 2025, when a test was recorded as failed without any defect being logged against the vehicle, almost certainly an administrative or tester-side issue rather than a genuine mechanical concern, given the immediate re-test two days later that returned a clean pass. Across five tests covering the 2022 to 2025 period, the vehicle has demonstrated stable roadworthiness with no recorded deterioration in any inspected area, from braking systems and suspension components through to exhaust integrity and lighting. The absence of any advisories over three consecutive years is notable for a thirteen-year-old car, suggesting that none of the wear-prone items typically flagged on vehicles of this age, such as corroded brake lines, perished suspension bushes, or weakening coil springs, have yet reached MOT intervention thresholds. This is an unusually tidy record for a car now into its second decade of service. The recorded mileage of 59,664 miles against a thirteen-year age equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 4,590 miles, which is materially below the typical UK average and points to either light regular use or extended periods of inactivity between journeys. This sort of usage profile carries its own mechanical considerations, as prolonged standing can accelerate corrosion on exposed underbody components, dry out rubber seals and gaiters, and leave the braking system prone to surface corrosion on discs and binding caliper slides. Conversely, the engines, transmissions and clutch components will have accrued proportionally less wear than would be expected for the calendar age, which is generally advantageous for the 1.5 dCi or 1.6 petrol units commonly fitted to this generation of Juke. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, and the mileage progression between tests appears gradual and consistent, with no sudden jumps that would suggest odometer irregularity or missed annual tests over prolonged lay-ups. For a prospective buyer, the practical starting point is a thorough physical inspection to compensate for what the MOT record does not cover, particularly given the under-average mileage which can mask components that degrade with age rather than use. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the Juke is known for wear in the front lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and the distinctive transverse torsion beam rear arrangement which can develop knocking over speed humps if the bushings have perished. Check that the steering returns smoothly to centre without drift or pulling to either side, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking which would indicate disc warping or uneven pad transfer, both plausible given the light-use profile that can leave front discs prone to corrosion pitting. Examine the underbody, sills and suspension components directly for any surface corrosion, paying particular attention to the rear brake drums or calipers for evidence of seizure, as standing time can lead to binding handbrake mechanisms on the Juke's rear brake arrangement. Verify that all tyres are matching in age profile and showing even wear across the tread, since the low annual mileage means the original tyres may still be fitted and could be suffering from age-related sidewall cracking regardless of remaining tread depth. Confirm that the engine starts promptly without excessive cranking, smokes on startup, or shows any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or turbo oil feed lines on dCi variants. Finally, ensure that all electrical ancillaries function correctly, particularly the climate control, infotainment, and electric mirrors, as Jukes of this era were occasionally prone to dashboard and infotainment faults, and these systems are not exercised during an MOT test.