2021 Nissan NV300 2.0L Diesel · LL21 FLP

With three MOT tests in just over twenty-four months, including two failures and three separate advisories, this NV300 presents a pattern of ongoing defects rather than a settled roadworthiness record. The most recent outcome on 13 May 2026 was a pass, but only because the prior failures on 6 May 2026 were addressed within the same week: a nearside front shock absorber with a serious fluid leak and an offside rear direction indicator showing the incorrect colour, alongside a minor rear registration plate lamp defect. A separate failure dated 26 April 2024 flagged ABS and electronic stability control warning lamp faults, both major items, compounded by an excessively cut nearside rear tyre and edge wear on both front and rear offside tyres. Two further advisories in 2025 and 2026 have noted a brake pedal anti-slip pad that is worn smooth and split, suggesting this is a recurring driver-interface wear point. The overall trend is not one of deterioration so much as a steady accumulation of component-level issues across braking, suspension, tyres and electronic safety systems. At 117,555 miles over roughly five years, this vehicle has accumulated approximately 23,511 miles annually, which is high for a light commercial of this age and points to sustained, hard working use rather than occasional or private mileage. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest long periods off the road, and the recorded mileage progression between tests reflects continuous service. Mechanically, a commercial platform driven at this intensity will see accelerated wear on suspension dampers, bushes and bearings, brake discs and pads, clutch and dual-mass flywheel components if applicable, and drivetrain mounts. The 2024 ABS and ESC warning lamp faults are particularly relevant at this mileage, since wheel speed sensor wiring, reluctor rings and ABS pump accumulators on high-mileage commercial vehicles are prone to fatigue and contamination damage, and the warning lamps coming on together may also indicate a deeper hydraulic or module concern. A prospective buyer should focus the inspection on the suspension and braking components flagged in the record. The nearside front shock absorber was leaking fluid at the most recent test, so check for fresh staining around the upper mount, any oily residue on the coil spring or lower bush, and listen for clonking or top-out noises during a road evaluation over uneven surfaces. The brake pedal anti-slip pad has been repeatedly flagged as worn smooth and split, so inspect the pedal surface itself for grip loss and check that the rubber has not lifted away from the pedal. The ABS and ESC warning lamp defects from 2024 should be verified by ensuring both lamps extinguish promptly on ignition and during a rolling test, and any stored fault codes should be read with a diagnostic tool to confirm whether the original repair addressed the root cause or merely cleared the symptom. Brake pedal feel should be tested for excessive travel, sponginess or pulling to one side under heavy application. Tyre condition is another area warranting close attention given the 2024 advisories for edge wear and a deep cut to the nearside rear. Inspect all four tyres and the spare if fitted for uneven shoulder wear, which on a commercial platform can indicate worn front suspension bushes, weak anti-roll bar links, or a tracking issue from kerbing under load. The earlier direction indicator colour defect suggests a previous replacement unit may have been fitted incorrectly, so confirm that all indicators show the correct amber output and that no aftermarket housings are present. Finally, given the high annual mileage, verify the service history independently and check the condition of the clutch for slipping under load, the dual-mass flywheel for rattle on idle, and the condition of the timing belt or chain service interval depending on the drivetrain specification, as these are wear items that high-mileage commercial use will bring forward.