2017 Nissan Leaf Electric · LS17 CGO

A consistently clean MOT history defines this 2017 Nissan Leaf, with four passes and a single failure across the recorded test cycle and crucially no advisories recorded on any of the documents. The most recent test on 17 September 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the outcome from 13 September 2024. The intervening failure on 5 September 2024 is unusual in that it lists no defects, which typically indicates a presentation issue rather than a mechanical problem; the fact that the very same vehicle was retested eight days later and passed cleanly with no advisories strongly supports this conclusion. There is no recorded pattern of brake, suspension, tyre, corrosion, or structural advisories, which is notable for an EV that is now nine years old and exposed to the same road salt and moisture cycles as any other vehicle. The overall trend is therefore one of stable, unremarkable roadworthiness rather than any deteriorating condition. At 57,473 miles over nine years, this Leaf is averaging roughly 6,386 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical band for a second household or commuter EV of this age. There are no large unexplained mileage jumps between tests, no extended gaps that would suggest long periods off the road, and the accumulation rate between consecutive tests is consistent at around five to six thousand miles per year. For an electric vehicle, this usage pattern is broadly favourable: the powertrain has seen regular use rather than being left to sit, which is generally healthier for high-voltage battery conditioning and ancillary 12V battery life, while the relatively modest mileage means suspension components, brake items, and the underbody have not been subjected to the accelerated wear typical of high-mileage cars. The main mechanical consideration for any EV of this age and mileage remains battery health, which MOT testing does not assess, so a dedicated State of Health check is essential regardless of how clean the test history is. Because no advisories have ever been recorded on this vehicle, a prospective buyer cannot lean on the MOT record to flag specific wear points. Instead, a physical inspection should focus on the components most likely to be showing their age at this mileage and in this model. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn MacPherson strut top mounts, drop links, or anti-roll bar bushes; these are common wear items on any car that has covered nearly sixty thousand miles. Check the rear suspension for sagging coil springs, as the Leaf can sit noticeably low at the back if a spring has weakened, and inspect the underbody and suspension arms for any bubbling or surface corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points, which are a known attention area on later Leafs. On a test drive, pay close attention to steering feel, particularly any vague wandering or pulling to one side, which can point to worn suspension bushes or top mounts even without a corresponding advisory. Apply the brakes firmly from around thirty mph and feel for any pulsation through the pedal that would suggest disc warping; despite regenerative braking reducing pad wear, the discs themselves can still corrode or deform on an EV that does much urban driving. Listen for any binding or dragging from the calipers when releasing from a standstill, and verify that the parking brake holds the vehicle on an incline. Finally, ensure the vehicle is presented for purchase with a confirmed State of Health percentage from the Leaf Spy tool or a specialist EV check, as battery degradation is the single largest variable affecting long-term value and usability on this generation of Nissan Leaf, and the MOT record alone cannot reassure you on that point.