2011 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · NJ61 NVT

The current roadworthiness status of this 2011 Nissan Note is unsatisfactory, as the most recent MOT test on 6 January 2026 at 145,458 miles resulted in a failure. Curiously, the DVSA record lists no specific defects for this failure, which is highly anomalous given that a test failure requires at least one recorded fault. This discrepancy suggests either a data entry error, an aborted inspection, or an unrecorded critical defect. The maintenance trend appears sharply worsening compared to the clean pass records of previous years, and the vehicle cannot be considered roadworthy until the cause of this failure is identified and rectified. The vehicle's mileage accumulation pattern shows a distinct shift in usage over its lifetime. Between 4 January 2022 and 10 January 2025, the car covered roughly 49,100 miles at a steady pace of approximately 16,000 miles per year. The most recent twelve-month period leading up to the 6 January 2026 test saw a sharp increase of 23,806 miles. This sudden spike in high-mileage use places accelerated wear on consumables, suspension components, and the drivetrain, contrasting sharply with the earlier, lower annual mileage of around 8,400 miles recorded between 2022 and 2023. A buyer must approach this vehicle with extreme caution due to the unexplained failure earlier this year. A thorough physical inspection is mandatory to uncover the root cause of the 2026 rejection. Focus heavily on structural integrity and safety-critical systems, checking for corrosion on the underbody, sills, and suspension mounts, which can escalate rapidly under high-mileage use. Inspect the braking system for binding calipers or worn discs, and examine the suspension for deteriorated bushes and weak coil springs. The tester flagged no prior defects, but the sudden increase in mileage and the current failed state demand a rigorous assessment of the exhaust emissions and steering components before any purchase is considered.