2014 Nissan Leaf Electric · LO63 ADV

The vehicle shows a worsening trend in maintenance standards, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 29 May 2026 at 41,251 miles. While the car passed, the tester flagged both front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges, alongside a nail in the offside rear tyre. This follows a period of increasing mechanical issues, specifically regarding suspension and tyre integrity, suggesting that the vehicle's upkeep has become less consistent over the last few years. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for a 2014 vehicle, averaging approximately 3,438 miles per year. The data shows a steady but slow accumulation of distance, moving from 28,301 miles in November 2021 to 41,251 miles in May 2026. This low annual mileage often implies the car spends significant time stationary, which correlates with the recurring advisories for tyre perishing and cracking seen in the May 2025 test. Such patterns can lead to age-related degradation of rubber components even when mechanical wear from driving is minimal. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering components. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of wear in the suspension, with the May 2025 test flagging a worn offside front inner suspension arm bush and a damaged nearside front track rod end dust cover. These issues followed a failure in May 2025 where the nearside front suspension arm bush was deemed excessively worn. The presence of a distorted offside rear inner road wheel in 2025 also warrants a close look at the wheel's structural integrity and any potential impact damage. Tyre condition is a significant concern for this vehicle. The record shows frequent failures and advisories related to tyre damage, including exposed cords in 2021, a structural tear in 2024, and perishing rubber in 2025. Given the recent report of edge wear on the front tyres in May 2026, the buyer should check for signs of misalignment or incorrect camber. The overall history suggests that while the vehicle is functional, the owner has frequently neglected consumable items like tyres and suspension bushes until they reached a point of failure or near-failure.