2007 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · OU57 GOC

A consistent pattern of clean passes defines this Nissan Note's roadworthiness record, with three successful MOT tests across the last three years and no advisories logged at any of those examinations. The most recent outcome on 27 August 2025 was a pass with no defects recorded, following directly on from a failure the day prior on 26 August 2025 which also recorded no defects, suggesting an aborted or retested early submission rather than a mechanical concern. The vehicle has therefore demonstrated compliance at every annual test since at least September 2023, with no recurring advisories for brake wear, suspension deterioration, corrosion, exhaust integrity, or structural items. That unbroken clean sheet for a car now nineteen years old is a notably positive indicator, as Nissan Notes of this generation frequently begin to show advisories for ageing suspension components, brake pipe corrosion, or exhaust mounting wear once they cross the fifteen-year threshold. With 135,083 miles accumulated over roughly nineteen years on the road, this Note has averaged around 7,100 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a small family hatchback of its age and likely usage profile. There are no gaps in the testing history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, meaning the recorded mileage can be considered a reasonably accurate reflection of the vehicle's working life. Annual mileage has held relatively steady without any sudden spikes between test dates, indicating consistent use rather than a high-intensity commercial or motorway-only history. From a mechanical standpoint, this level of use points to moderate wear on major drivetrain components, with the engine, manual or automatic transmission, and clutch likely having already been worked through at least one duty cycle of expected service life, though without test failures to indicate any looming major repair. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any advisories means there is no specific component flagged from the MOT history that demands urgent attention or pre-emptive replacement. However, the mileage level warrants a careful inspection of common Nissan Note wear points that may not yet have reached advisory threshold but could be approaching it. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which are known to perish on this platform as it ages. Pay attention to brake pedal feel, checking for any sponginess suggesting worn caliper slide pins or seized mechanisms, and listen for any grinding or scraping that might indicate discs and pads approaching the end of their service life given the high overall mileage. It is also worth inspecting the underside of the vehicle for any emerging corrosion around the rear wheel arches, sill jacking locations, and suspension subframe mounting points, as Nissan Notes from this era can begin to show surface rust in these areas well before any structural advisory is recorded. Check the exhaust system for any blowing sounds or unusual rattle, particularly at the front pipe and centre joint, and confirm the tyres are of matching brand, type, and have adequate tread depth across the full width with no uneven inner or outer edge wear that might suggest tracking or worn suspension geometry. Finally, verify that all fluid levels are topped up to the maximum marks, inspect the engine bay for any signs of oil weep from the cam cover gasket or valve cover, and confirm the cooling system has been maintained, as the combination of age and 135,000 miles means these routine service items should be current to ensure continued reliability.