2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · N31 ADV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in February 2026 at 108,935 miles showed an initial failure due to excessive play in the offside front track rod end and thin front brake pads. While the vehicle passed upon re-test, the tester still flagged slight play in the nearside front track rod end. This indicates that the owner is only addressing components once they reach the point of failure rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between January 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in a single year. This period coincided with a significant mechanical failure where the tester identified a major rear exhaust flange leak and a worn lower suspension arm ball joint. Prior to this period, the vehicle showed relatively low usage with several clean records back to 2021, suggesting the more recent mileage has placed accelerated stress on the suspension and exhaust systems. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension geometry and steering components. The recurring issues with worn track rod ends and lower arm ball joints across 2025 and 2026 suggest the front end assembly is nearing the end of life. The history also shows a pattern of thin brake pads in both 2023 and 2026, which implies that service intervals are being stretched until failure. Given the previous major exhaust failure in early 2025, a physical check of the entire exhaust length and hangers for corrosion or secondary leaks is necessary to ensure the previous repair was thorough.