2012 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · NG62 XVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the latest test in November 2025 at 96,327 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior involving multiple mechanical and lighting defects. The trend shows a worsening state regarding suspension-related components, moving from minor dust cover damage in previous years to excessively worn ball joints and bushes in the most recent cycle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,880 miles per year. The car covered 12,139 miles between December 2024 and November 2025, and another 13,333 miles between December 2023 and December 2024. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than long periods of sitting, yet the low annual mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and lighting units, as evidenced by recurring failures related to bulbs and headlamp lenses. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record highlights a persistent issue with track rod end dust covers since 2023, which escalated into a failure due to excessively worn lower suspension arm bushes and ball joints in late 2025. It is vital to verify that these were replaced with quality parts rather than merely adjusted. Additionally, the front tyres were noted as worn to the legal limit and on the edge in the most recent test, which likely indicates an alignment issue or worn shocks that require immediate attention. The history also reveals a recurring neglect of basic consumables, specifically the registration plate lamp and position lamps failing across multiple test years. The discoloured headlamp lenses and poor beam images have persisted for several years, potentially affecting visibility during night driving. The buyer should check the washer system and headlight alignment, as these were flagged as failures in 2025 and suggest the owner only addresses faults when necessary to pass an MOT.