2016 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · PL65 ODE

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 April 2026 resulted in a PASS with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most favourable outcome a buyer could hope to see. Looking at the broader test history, the pattern shows that the vehicle has passed its MOT on every annual attempt for at least three consecutive years, with the only recorded failures being administrative in nature rather than mechanical. A failed test immediately followed by a passing test two days later, as seen in both 2025 and 2026, typically indicates the vehicle was presented without a current certificate or under some other procedural issue rather than due to any underlying roadworthiness concern. Taken as a whole, the maintenance trend appears stable and consistent, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in serviceable condition throughout its life and has not developed any chronic or recurring mechanical faults flagged by the testing authority. The recorded mileage of 64,492 miles over a ten-year period equates to an annual average of approximately 6,449 miles, which sits comfortably within the normal range for a UK vehicle of this age. This is neither excessively high nor indicative of long-term standing, so the buyer should not need to worry disproportionately about either extreme wear or degradation from disuse. That said, the mileage progression between tests should still be reviewed to confirm there are no unexpected gaps or unusually large single-year jumps that might suggest clock discrepancies or extended periods off the road. At this moderate usage level, consumable items such as tyres, brake pads and discs, and the clutch (if manual) will have experienced reasonable but not severe wear, and routine servicing should have kept pace with the vehicle's needs. Given the clean MOT record and the relatively modest annual mileage, the primary inspection focus should shift to age-related degradation rather than wear-related defects. The tyres, despite potentially having adequate tread depth, should be closely examined for sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds harden with calendar age regardless of mileage, and a ten-year-old set of tyres can be compromised even if the tread appears legal. Equally, the underside of the vehicle, particularly the exhaust system, suspension arms, brake calipers and hub assemblies, should be inspected for surface corrosion or seizing caused by periods of light use or damp standing, all of which can lead to binding brakes or knocking suspension components. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or rattles over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front suspension and anti-roll bar bushes, which are common failure points on vehicles of this age. Finally, attention should be given to the time-based service items that MOT testing does not directly cover. The 12-volt battery should be checked for its state of health, as batteries beyond five to six years of age often struggle to hold sufficient charge, particularly in vehicles with limited use. Brake fluid, coolant and gearbox or transmission oil all degrade on a calendar basis and should be confirmed as having been changed in line with the manufacturer's recommended intervals, which can typically be verified through the service book or by a main dealer stamp history. A thorough visual inspection beneath the bonnet for any signs of fluid leakage around the cam chain area, turbo oil feed lines if applicable, and radiator hoses is also advisable, as perished rubber components are common on a vehicle entering its second decade. Verifying the completeness of the service history alongside these physical checks should provide a confident basis for purchase.