2012 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · LM62 EES

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a trend of recurring minor electrical and consumable defects. The most recent test on 7 October 2025 at 130,715 miles passed, but the tester flagged defective front windscreen wiper blades and an inoperative nearside rear registration plate lamp. While these are minor items, the history shows a pattern of failing tests due to preventable issues like bulbs and wipers, suggesting the previous owner often waited for the annual inspection to address basic upkeep. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 9,337 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 62,730 miles in 2016 to the current 130,715 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or periods of long-term standing evident in the data. The distance covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a regular driving pattern, which is generally positive for maintaining mechanical components and preventing excessive corrosion. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and steering components. The 2023 test at 112,843 miles identified play in the front steering box and the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. Although these specific items were not flagged in the most recent test, the history of steering and anti-roll bar joint issues suggests these components may be nearing the end of their service life. The tester also noted pitted and scored front brake discs in October 2024, so the current condition of the braking system and pad thickness requires verification. Electronic stability and supplementary restraint system warning lamps appeared in the 2020 and 2024 tests respectively. While these faults were cleared to achieve a pass, any active warning lights on the dashboard during a test drive would indicate unresolved sensor or module failures. Finally, the recurring mentions of tyres worn close to the legal limit across multiple years, specifically in 2017, 2022, and 2024, indicate that tyre replacement is often deferred, so the current tread depth and sidewall condition should be checked thoroughly.