2012 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · PJ12 YUX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history suggests a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 101,395 miles resulted in a pass after an initial failure for a missing nearside rear road wheel fixing. While the vehicle passed the re-test, the persistent advisories regarding an oil leak, insecure battery, and discoloured indicators indicate that minor mechanical and cosmetic defects are being overlooked or minimally addressed by the previous owner. At 101,395 miles over 14 years, the Navara has averaged approximately 7,242 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use between tests, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between August 2023 and November 2024, and another 12,800 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle does not sit for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal seals from drying out, though it accelerates wear on rubber components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the engine bay to assess the noted oil leak, determining if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant failure. The history shows recurring issues with front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints in 2024, so the entire front suspension should be checked for further play or perished bushings. Given the 2023 advisory for thin front brake pads, the current state of the braking system and discs requires immediate verification to ensure they have not reached the end of their service life since that last warning.