2017 Nissan Leaf Electric · R33 NAL

The 2017 Nissan Leaf presented a clean MOT history at its most recent recorded test on 29 July 2025, where it passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This latest result follows a comparable pattern from the prior test cycle, where the vehicle passed on 10 August 2024 after an initial failed attempt on the same date, and prior to that, it passed cleanly on 5 January 2023. Across the five recorded test entries spanning roughly two and a half years, the record shows two passes and two failures, each immediately followed by a pass on the same date. This suggests a stable pattern where minor, easily rectified issues have been addressed promptly, though the exact nature of the failures remains undocumented in the available data. Given the 2025 test is now approximately thirteen months old relative to today’s date, a fresh MOT would be advisable before purchase to confirm continued compliance. Annual mileage for this nine-year-old vehicle averages around 6,378 miles based on the recorded 57,405 figure, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for an electric hatchback of this age. The record contains no mileage progression data between individual tests, so it is not possible to confirm whether usage has been steady or punctuated by periods of standing. The absence of advisory notes across any of the recorded tests is notable, as advisories normally flag developing wear items such as tyre tread, brake disc corrosion, or suspension component degradation. Their consistent absence prevents assessment of consumable wear trajectories, meaning physical inspection remains essential to gauge the true state of these items. A prospective buyer should conduct a hands-on evaluation focusing on the areas most likely to affect an EV of this age and mileage. The lack of recorded advisories does not preclude wear on brake components, particularly given that regenerative braking in EVs often leads to rear caliper seizing and disc corrosion from infrequent mechanical brake use. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and steering components warrant close inspection for play or perishing, as these are common failure points on a vehicle approaching a decade in service. Tyres should be checked for even wear patterns and adequate tread depth, while the underside, including structural members and the battery tray area, should be examined for corrosion or impact damage. Finally, verification of the 12-volt auxiliary battery health and the high-voltage system state of health, typically read via diagnostic equipment, is strongly recommended, as these elements fall outside the scope of standard MOT testing and are critical to the ongoing roadworthiness of any Leaf.