2013 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · LR13 THN

This 2013 Nissan Juke presents a roadworthiness profile marked by recurring front-end wear and a recent MOT failure that was quickly rectified. The most recent test on 19 March 2026 initially recorded a fail due to an obviously incorrect headlamp projection on the offside, yet the same-day retest passed once that lighting issue was addressed. Across both entries from that date, advisories flagged nearside and offside front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the edges, alongside an offside front service brake binding though not excessively. Looking back further, the previous year's test on 19 March 2025 failed on major play in both nearside and offside front outer track rod end ball joints, components central to steering geometry. The 2024 test passed but carried advisories for slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint and a non-excessive oil leak. This consistent pattern of front suspension and steering advisories, paired with the headlamp and tyre wear concerns, paints a picture of a vehicle whose front axle consumables are approaching the end of their service life and warrant close inspection before purchase. With around 90,277 miles recorded across 13 years, the Juke has averaged roughly 6,944 miles annually, which sits within the expected band for a car of this age and indicates consistent if modest use. There are no extended gaps in the MOT history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and no sudden mileage spikes that might indicate tow vehicle duties or motorway commuting. This kind of usage pattern typically delivers a balanced spread of wear across engine, transmission, brakes, and suspension rather than concentrating damage on any single system, though the front-end advisories do imply the steering and suspension components have absorbed their share of kerb impact and pothole damage typical of urban and suburban driving. Given the documented track rod end replacement failure and the persistent anti-roll bar ball joint advisory, a prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over uneven surfaces, particularly when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and feel for any vagueness, wandering, or reluctance to return to centre in the steering. With the offside front brake recorded as binding, a short stop from moderate speed will reveal whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking or whether the offside front disc runs noticeably hotter than the nearside after a brief drive, a classic symptom of a sticking caliper or collapsed piston seal. The advisory regarding the offside front outer headlamp aim suggests a careful check of both headlamp alignment using a beam setter or wall check is sensible, as the projector image must form a crisp horizontal cutoff to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. The front tyre edge wear flagged on both sides in the most recent test warrants close scrutiny, as this often points to incorrect tracking angles, worn suspension bushes, or weakened springs allowing the car to sit low at the front. Inspect the sidewalls for scuffing and confirm even wear across the tread, and consider a four-wheel alignment check before replacement to prevent the new tyres from suffering the same premature wear. The minor oil leak noted in 2024 should also be revisited; with another year of use elapsed, the leak source, likely a cam cover gasket or sump area given the Juke's known sealing points, should be traced and the underside inspected for fresh oil residue. Finally, request evidence that both track rod ends and any related steering components were renewed following the 2025 failure, as replacement parts should ideally carry paperwork confirming genuine or quality pattern components were fitted and the geometry was subsequently verified.