2016 Nissan Juke Tekna DCI 1.5L Diesel · R70 BAO

The most recent DVSA examination on 12 March 2026 recorded a PASS with no defects or advisories, which is a positive indicator of the vehicle's current roadworthiness. However, this pass followed a failure dated 26 February 2026 which also recorded no defects, a combination that warrants careful clarification with the seller as it is unusual to see a fail with no categorised reasons and could relate to administrative reasons or items subsequently rectified before the follow-up test. Looking at the broader five-test history, the vehicle has passed each of the last four full MOT examinations, with the most recent clean pass suggesting a stable maintenance trend rather than a worsening pattern. The absence of advisories is encouraging but should be treated in conjunction with the vehicle's age and mileage, as higher-mileage cars can present developing concerns that may not yet have crossed MOT failure thresholds. With a recorded mileage of 152,599 miles over approximately ten years, this Nissan Juke has covered around 15,260 miles annually, which is notably above the national average and indicates sustained, regular use rather than long periods of standing. This high mileage has direct mechanical implications, particularly for the diesel powertrain, clutch, turbocharger, dual-mass flywheel, suspension components, and braking system, all of which experience accelerated wear under higher annual usage. The MOT test frequency shows a gap between September 2023 and January 2025, which may indicate either a period without testing or potentially that mileage was accrued steadily, both of which should be verified through the V5C and service records. There is no recorded MOT between January 2025 and February 2026, suggesting either that the test fell due late or that the vehicle was off the road during part of that period, a point worth confirming. Given the clean advisory history and the absence of documented defects, prospective buyers should focus on age and usage-related deterioration that MOT testing does not always capture. The tyres should be carefully inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age irrespective of tread depth, and ten-year-old tyres even with legal tread can present a safety risk. Brake discs and calipers on a high-mileage diesel that has seen regular use are likely to be near the end of their service life, so look for any shudder under braking, uneven pad deposits on the disc surface, and signs of caliper slide pin binding which causes uneven or pulling braking. The 12V battery should be tested for state of charge and cranking performance, as diesel vehicles place heavy loads on batteries and a ten-year-old original unit would be well beyond its expected service life. Further inspection should include verification of the diesel particulate filter condition through a sustained test drive, watching for excessive smoke under load or persistent regeneration cycles, alongside checks for turbocharger whistle or boost irregularities. The timing belt or cam belt replacement interval on the dCi unit must be confirmed against service records, as neglect of this critical maintenance item can result in catastrophic engine damage. Inspect the underside for any signs of oil leaks from the sump, cam cover, and turbo oil feed lines, all common on high-mileage diesel Jukes, and verify that the cooling system has been refreshed, as diesel coolant degrades over time and a neglected system can lead to water pump or EGR cooler failures. Finally, confirm that all routine servicing including brake fluid, transmission fluid, and diesel fuel filter replacements have been carried out at the appropriate intervals, as adherence to the full Nissan service schedule is the best indicator of mechanical longevity for a high-mileage diesel vehicle of this age.