2004 Nissan 350 Z 3.5L Petrol · LG02 AAA

The vehicle presents as currently roadworthy following a clean pass in the June 2026 test at 106,185 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement after a period of instability between 2023 and 2025. During that window, the car suffered from significant mechanical failures, including excessive brake pipe corrosion, hydraulic leaks, and exhaust emissions issues. The most recent two years of testing suggest that these critical braking and emission faults have been addressed, moving the vehicle from a state of recurring failure to a stable passing record. The mileage pattern indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year over its 22-year lifespan. This low usage is evident in the jump from 85,964 miles in June 2019 to 93,681 miles in April 2021, and again from 99,792 miles in July 2025 to 106,185 miles in June 2026. While low mileage generally suggests less drivetrain wear, the long intervals between significant mileage increases can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion, which is reflected in the vehicle's history. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The record shows a persistent pattern of brake pipe corrosion and hydraulic leaks, specifically noted in the May 2025 failure involving both nearside and offside front pipes. Although the June 2026 test was clear, the history of corrosion suggests that the integrity of the brake lines and calipers warrants close scrutiny. Additionally, the vehicle has a long-standing history of suspension wear, including deteriorating ball joint dust covers and anti-roll bar linkage play, which have appeared intermittently since at least 2015. The history also highlights recurring issues with tyre maintenance and minor fluid leaks. Multiple tests, such as those in 2016, 2018, 2022, and 2023, flagged tyres worn to the legal limit, suggesting a tendency for the previous owners to run consumables to their limit rather than replacing them proactively. The 2023 test also noted an oil leak, and while this did not result in a failure, it remains a point for inspection to ensure no significant gasket or seal degradation has occurred since that time.