2015 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · MA15 OMB

The most recent MOT on 13 July 2026 was passed with no recorded defects, indicating the vehicle met the statutory safety and emissions requirements at the time of testing. Over the eight‑year MOT record the majority of tests have been clean, but from 2022 onward a series of advisories have appeared concerning rear tyre condition and suspension bush wear, suggesting a modest deterioration in component condition rather than an outright failure trend. Overall the maintenance picture is stable but shows the early signs of age‑related wear that merit closer inspection before purchase. At 32,549 miles for an eleven‑year‑old 2015 Nissan Note the average annual mileage is roughly 2,950 mi, well below the typical UK figure of 7‑10 000 mi per year. Such low utilisation often points to periods of limited use or extended storage, which can be as consequential as high mileage in terms of component ageing. The modest mileage reduces the likelihood of wear‑related failure on high‑stress items such as the timing chain or clutch, yet it raises the possibility of tyre perishing, battery sulphation and corrosion developing from prolonged inactivity. The advisory on the front suspension arm pin or bush and the rear suspension bushes indicates that the rubber or polyurethane elements are approaching the end of their service life. A prospective buyer should have the front lower control arm bushings and the rear trailing arm bushes examined for excessive play, cracking or oil seepage, and listen for clunking or creaking noises when the steering wheel is turned or when the car is driven over bumps. The repeated rear‑tyre advisories for the nearside wheel suggest sidewall cracking or perishing; the tyre should be inspected for dry rot, bulges, or loss of tread depth, and, given the vehicle’s age, replacement is advisable even if the tread appears acceptable, as ageing rubber can fail suddenly under load. Beyond the specific advisories, the low‑mileage, older vehicle warrants a thorough age‑related check. Verify the health of the 12‑V battery, looking for reduced cranking power or electrolyte loss, and consider a load test. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or uneven wear that can cause shudder, and ensure the calipers move freely without binding. Examine all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – for colour change, particulate contamination or low levels, and arrange a change if the service history does not confirm recent replacement. Finally, check the under‑carriage and wheel arches for corrosion, especially around suspension mounting points and exhaust hangers, as standing periods can accelerate rust formation that may compromise structural integrity.