2004 Nissan X-Trail 2.2L Diesel · ML54 XNO

The vehicle presents a marginal roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test conducted in December 2023 at 166,175 miles passed, but with significant warnings regarding imbalanced rear brakes and a nearside rear tyre. While the vehicle remains road legal, the history of recurring suspension and exhaust defects indicates that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure rather than being replaced on a preventative schedule. At 22 years old with 166,175 miles, this Nissan Trail has averaged approximately 7,550 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for an SUV of this age. However, there is a concerning gap in the data as the last recorded MOT was performed in December 2023. Given the current date in June 2026, the vehicle has operated for over two and a half years without official safety inspection. The 4,000 miles driven between the November 2022 and December 2023 tests show consistent use, which accelerates the wear on aging mechanical components. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension geometry and braking system, as the record shows multiple failures related to lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar pins, and wheel bearings. The rear brakes were only just meeting imbalance requirements in 2023, suggesting the calipers may be seizing or the discs are nearing the end of life. The history of exhaust mounting defects and leaks in late 2022 indicates that the exhaust system is suffering from advanced corrosion. Given the long elapsed time since the last test, a thorough check for structural rust and the current state of the shock absorbers is essential to ensure no new serious leaks have developed.