2011 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · NL61 MUW

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend that appears to be worsening as it ages. While the most recent test on 12 September 2025 at 155,972 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several significant advisories including worn nearside front tyres, cracking or perishing nearside rear tyres, play in the front suspension arm ball joints and anti-roll bar linkage, and pitted front brake discs. These advisories follow a pattern of recurring failures regarding suspension components and tyre condition, suggesting that while the vehicle is being kept roadworthy, repairs are often reactive rather than preventative. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 75,075 miles in July 2018 to the current 155,972 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the frequency of failures increased noticeably after 2020. The period between 2022 and 2023 showed a brief window of stability with no defects recorded, but the subsequent years have seen a return to mechanical deterioration. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and chassis. The history reveals a serious structural issue in September 2022 when a fractured subframe mounting was identified, alongside recurring reports of worn suspension arm ball joints and bushes dating back to 2020. The presence of an oil leak from the engine sump pan in 2021 and 2024 suggests ongoing engine management issues. Furthermore, the repeated advisories regarding tyre wear and brake disc condition indicate that consumable maintenance is often neglected until the vehicle reaches a failure threshold. Specific attention should be paid to the underside of the vehicle to check for progressive corrosion, particularly around the subframe and brake hoses, as these were flagged in previous tests. The recurring issues with ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages suggest the front end is nearing a period of significant component replacement. Given the history of structural and suspension failures, a professional mechanical inspection of the chassis integrity and steering geometry is essential before purchase.