2003 Nissan X-Trail Sport TD 2.2L Diesel · LLZ 2296

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in the February 2025 test at 110,518 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the previous failure in December 2024 at 109,726 miles was successfully rectified to achieve the subsequent pass. The lack of any recorded advisories across the three most recent tests suggests that the owner has addressed identified faults immediately, rather than allowing minor issues to accumulate into major mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between July 2021 and December 2022, where the vehicle covered only 1,118 miles over seventeen months. However, the recent increase of 15,549 miles in the last three and half years indicates a more recent period of active use. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can lead to degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion of fluids. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Nissan X-Trails are prone to corrosion that an MOT may only catch late. Given the low annual mileage, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking or perish, which occurs due to age rather than distance. Additionally, check the brake system for pitting or seized calipers, as vehicles that sit infrequently often suffer from uneven brake performance and rusted discs despite passing the test.