2017 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · ML17 WKG
2017 Nissan Note (1.5L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 27,695 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN NOTE
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 27,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML17 WKG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
- 27,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML17 WKG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Nissan Note (ML17 WKG) between April 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
ML17 WKG Mileage History
- 06/04/202314,225 mi
- 06/04/202314,225 mi
- 05/04/202418,568 mi+4,343 mi
- 22/05/202523,059 mi+4,491 mi
- 08/05/202627,695 mi+4,636 mi
Average of roughly 4,361 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Nissan Nissan Note (E12)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2017 Nissan Note in blue is a remarkably low-mileage example with a clean recent MOT history, making it a strong prospect for buyers seeking a practical compact hatchback. While it recorded a single failure in 2023, the subsequent tests have been completely advisory-free.
When inspecting this 2017 Nissan Note, verify the physical service records to corroborate the exceptionally low mileage of 23,059 miles recorded at its last test in May 2025. Although the MOT history features clean passes for 2022, 2024, and 2025, you should carefully examine the circumstances surrounding the April 2023 failure where the vehicle failed its test despite no recorded defects on the certificate. Negotiate based on any upcoming service requirements or wear-and-tear items that typically affect nine-year-old vehicles.
Buyers should also check all cabin electronics, seating configurations, and door seals during a viewing. Ensure that the 1.4-litre diesel engine starts cleanly from cold and that the manual transmission or gearbox shifts smoothly. Given the car's low usage profile — averaging around 2,500 to 4,000 miles per year — confirm that the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) has not suffered from issues associated with frequent short urban trips.
Equipped with a 1461cc diesel engine, this Nissan Note offers excellent fuel economy potential for daily commuting and longer journeys. Road tax bands for a 2017 diesel vehicle generally depend on its CO2 emissions, but fuel costs should remain modest given the efficient nature of the Renault-sourced dCi engine found in these models.
Insurance groups for the Nissan Note tend to be competitive, often sitting in lower-to-mid brackets, which helps keep annual premiums manageable for most drivers. Maintenance costs are typically straightforward, though common model failure points such as suspension arms, headlamps, and brake discs should be budgeted for during routine servicing. Estimated annual running costs, covering fuel, tax, insurance, and typical maintenance, should range between £900 and £1,200 depending on your annual mileage and insurance profile.
Pay close attention to the model's known weak points as highlighted by aggregate data, specifically checking the condition of the suspension arms, headlamp units, and brake discs. Even though recent MOT tests in 2024 and 2025 recorded no defects, physical wear on brake components and suspension bushings can develop rapidly depending on storage and local road conditions.
Inspect the bodywork of this blue hatchback for any car park dings or paint imperfections, and check the alloy wheels or wheel trims for curb damage. Verify that all exterior lighting functions correctly to avoid the common headlamp issues seen across the model range, and listen closely for any knocking noises from the front suspension during a test drive over uneven road surfaces.
First registered in March 2017, this 1.4-litre diesel Nissan Note has covered just 23,059 miles by its May 2025 MOT test. This sits significantly below the model's aggregate average annual mileage of 5,729 miles. The vehicle's MOT history shows four straight passes and a single failure in April 2023 at 14,225 miles, though no specific defects were recorded on that failure certificate.
The Nissan Note achieves an average MOT pass rate of 77.7% across over 164,000 recorded vehicles, with suspension arms, headlamps, and brake discs noted as the most frequent failure items.
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- Xtronic CVT hesitation and poor response on hillsModerate
The 1.2 DIG-S could be ordered with Nissan's Xtronic CVT from spring 2014. Auto Express's used Note guide summed it up as best avoided because of poor economy and a clunky action, especially on hills, and RAC owner feedback includes the engine dying on uphill ascents with D selected. Wear usually shows as shudder from a standstill, revs flaring without drive and a droning whine, most often between 50,000 and 90,000 miles on cars that never had the 'sealed for life' fluid changed. A replacement CVT costs more than the car is worth, so this is a walk-away fault rather than a negotiation.
- Ignition coil failure and unfinished recall campaignsModerate
Auto Express records three recalls against the E12: a starter button that could stay engaged once the engine was running (cars built up to March 2014, campaign August 2015), out-of-specification ignition coils whose internals short-circuit, causing misfire and, in the worst case, a blown fuse in the powertrain control unit so the car stalls and will not restart (campaign R/2016/008, cars built August 2015 to January 2016, 2,010 in the UK), and an ABS fault on some April 2016-built cars. Out of warranty the coil repair is a modest bill, but a half-completed campaign leaves you with a car that can leave you stranded.
- Rear door child-lock switch recall on 2015-2016 carsModerate
Recall R/2020/220 covers Notes built between 28 September 2015 and 13 August 2016 - 299,631 UK vehicles - because the rear door child-lock switch can lose its retention force and no longer reliably hold the selected position. The lock looks engaged but the door can still be opened with the inner handle, which is both a child-safety issue and a potential MOT advisory on door operation. Because these cars have changed hands several times since, a large share of the used population is untreated.
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