2007 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · NG57 DFL

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward deferred consumable repairs. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 98,445 miles passed, it introduced a new advisory for a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a previous advisory in April 2025 where front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin, suggesting that while the car passes its tests, the owner is only addressing wear items as they approach point of failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,181 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between October 2022 and March 2026, where the car covered over 37,000 miles in roughly thirty months. This contrasts sharply with the period between 2021 and 2022, where the mileage increased only minutely. Such erratic patterns of use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or seized brake calipers if the vehicle sat stationary for long periods during the quieter years. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension for signs of play, as the edge wear on the nearside tyre often indicates alignment issues or worn ball joints. Given the history of thinning brake pads, a thorough check of the front discs is necessary to ensure they are not excessively thinned or pitted. Because of the age of the vehicle, a close inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe is essential, as the MOT record does not detail the extent of surface rust beyond immediate failure points.