2008 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · RA08 EEB

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 21 August 2026, indicating a worsening trend in mechanical and electrical compliance. While the 2025 test showed a pass, the 2026 results introduced new major defects, specifically a failing offside windscreen wiper and an inoperative registration plate lamp. The tester also flagged an oil leak and play in the steering rack inner joints, which suggests a progression from the minor issues noted in previous years. The recorded mileage of 117,484 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,527 miles per year. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing from 2023 through 2026, providing a continuous record of the vehicle's condition over the last four years. There are no significant gaps in the testing frequency, though the mechanical issues appear to be increasing in frequency and severity as the vehicle ages. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the steering system and suspension components. The 2024 advisory regarding play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint escalated to a major failure in June 2025, and the 2026 test identified play in the steering rack inner joints. This pattern suggests ongoing wear in the front-end linkage. The recurring advisories for oil leaks in 2023 and 2026 require further investigation to determine the source and whether the leak is stable or increasing. Tyre condition also warrants close attention. The records show a persistent trend of tyre issues, ranging from cracking and perishing in 2023 and 2024 to a near-legal tread depth advisory in June 2025 and a nail in the nearside rear tyre in August 2026. These repeated advisories indicate that tyre maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive. Any inspection should include a thorough check of the windscreen wiper assembly and the electrical integrity of the lighting systems to ensure all recent failures have been rectified.