2016 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · NJ16 WMC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward structural and component degradation. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 41,298 miles, the tester identified multiple points of corrosion-related issues that were absent in the previous year. This transition from a clean record in 2024 to a list of advisories in 2025 suggests the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related wear despite its low mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,130 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2024 (32,445 miles) and October 2025 (41,298 miles), representing nearly 9,000 miles driven in twelve months. While low mileage often reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it frequently correlates with accelerated corrosion on rubber components and metal surfaces. The presence of surface corrosion on the brake pipe and suspension arms in the early 2023 tests indicates that the vehicle may have sat for extended periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection to assess the extent of the corrosion noted on the front sub-frame, rear suspension, and Macpherson struts. Although the tester classified these as not yet seriously weakened, the simultaneous decay of multiple structural points suggests an accelerating environmental impact. Specific attention is required for the front lower suspension arm bushes, which caused a failure in October 2023 and showed early wear previously. The corrosion on the shock absorber casings and coil springs should be monitored for structural integrity to ensure the metal is not thinning beyond the point of failure.