2009 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · LX09 OKU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 25 June 2025 at 98,387 miles, confirming that the current maintenance record is stable with no structural or mechanical failures reported since the 2022 repair of the front track‑rod end and brake components. The 2025 test showed only a tyre wear advisory, indicating that the underlying mechanical condition remains sound. At 17 years old, the 98,387‑mile total equates to roughly 5,800 miles per year, a figure that is low for the vehicle’s age but reflects periods of reduced use. Mileage gaps are evident: after the 2022 test at 63,651 miles, the next record appears in February 2023 at 73,642 miles, a gain of nearly 10,000 miles in eleven months, followed by accelerated accumulation of about 12,000 miles each year through 2024 and 2025. Recurring faults centre on the front suspension and braking systems. The 2022 failure noted a severely damaged track‑rod end ball joint and worn brake pads below 1.5 mm, while subsequent tests recorded binding rear brakes, excessive tyre wear on the edges, and repeated failures of anti‑roll bar linkage ball joints in 2021. Structural tyre tears in 2018 and persistent stop‑lamp defects in 2020 and 2021 suggest that previous owners addressed some issues but did not consistently maintain suspension components or brake wear. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front suspension bushes, coil springs and ball joints, verify that the brake discs and pads are within service limits, measure tyre tread depth and look for edge wear or structural tears, and test all stop lamps and registration plate illumination. Any signs of rust on the chassis, particularly around the wheel arches, and confirmation that the 2022 repairs were executed correctly are also essential checks before purchase.