2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · L27 DAL

A clean DVSA test history defines this 2015 Nissan Juke, with the most recent examination on 28 May 2025 recording a pass and no advisories, continuing an established pattern of roadworthiness across all recorded tests. The sequence shows a pass on 22 May 2024 immediately following a same-day fail the previous day, which is a common occurrence when a vehicle is presented with a minor rectifiable issue and returned the next working day; the absence of any defect entries on either record indicates the failure was on a borderline measurement rather than a structural or mechanical concern, and no defect category has been flagged across any of the five recorded tests from 2022 through 2025. The complete absence of advisories is notable for an eleven-year-old vehicle, particularly as suspension components, exhaust mounting rubbers, and corrosion-prone underbody areas typically begin generating advisory notes at this stage of life. Taken in isolation, the MOT record points to a mechanically tidy example that has consistently met statutory standards without recurring concerns. With 92,669 miles accumulated over roughly eleven years, annual mileage sits at approximately 8,400 miles, which is broadly typical for a compact crossover of this age and suggests regular but not excessive use. There is no evidence of extended standing periods between tests, and the consistent year-on-year test attendance implies the vehicle has remained in active service rather than being laid up for significant intervals. Mechanically, this level of use is sufficient to keep drivetrain seals lubricated and prevent the issues associated with long-term stationary operation, such as seized brake calipers or deteriorated fuel system components, while not being high enough to indicate motorway-fleet levels of wear on clutches, dual-mass flywheels, or turbochargers. The mileage gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and again between the 2023 and 2024 tests, suggests modest annual accumulation of between roughly five and seven thousand miles, which is consistent with mixed urban and rural usage rather than any unusual pattern of rapid accumulation that might flag clocked mileage concerns. Given the clean test record, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on the components most likely to deteriorate on a Juke of this age and mileage regardless of MOT outcome. The torsion beam rear suspension common to this model is known for wear in the trailing arm bushes and coil springs, so listen for clonking or knocking over uneven road surfaces and check for any uneven rear tyre wear which can indicate bush deterioration. The front MacPherson struts should be examined for any oil misting on the damper bodies and the upper mount bearings checked for play by rocking the steering with the engine running. Brake discs on a vehicle of this mileage are likely approaching or past their second set, so inspect for lipping on the disc edges and feel for judder through the brake pedal under firm application. During the test drive, pay particular attention to the behaviour of the continuously variable transmission, which is a known wear point on higher-mileage Jukes, listening for any excessive whine or juddering on light acceleration that could indicate belt or pulley wear. Check the clutch for slipping under high load in fourth or fifth gear and verify that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline, as rear brake caliper mechanisms can seize through infrequent use. Inspect the underside thoroughly for any signs of corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and suspension arms, as Jukes of this generation are not immune to underbody rust particularly around the rear wheel arches and exhaust mounting areas. Finally, verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that the air conditioning system delivers cold output, as compressor failure is a common age-related issue on this model that would not necessarily be flagged during an MOT examination.