2015 Nissan Juke 1.2L Petrol · RF15 AWC

The 2015 Nissan Juke’s most recent MOT test, conducted on 2025-10-13 at 59,881 miles, reveals a concerning instability in roadworthiness despite passing the primary test. The immediate failure on the same day—due to a catastrophic tear in the nearside rear tyre—demonstrates a critical structural failure that was not addressed prior to inspection. This suggests either a lack of pre-MOT tyre maintenance or a failure to replace a compromised tyre in a timely manner. The previous December 2024 test at 57,987 miles had already flagged worn suspension bushes and perishing tyres, while the 2023 tests highlighted excessive wear in both front tyres and a failing front ball joint. The trend is undeniably worsening, with recurring tyre and suspension issues escalating rather than resolving. The vehicle’s mileage pattern of 5,444 miles per year over nearly a decade is unusually low for its age, which could imply periods of inactivity rather than consistent light use. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 MOTs—roughly 12 months—shows no significant mileage accumulation, suggesting the car may have been stored or driven infrequently. The 2025 test occurred just two months after the 2024 one, yet the tyre failure indicates that even low-mileage conditions can lead to sudden, severe component failure if maintenance is neglected. The absence of larger mileage jumps does not mitigate the recurring mechanical issues, which instead underscore a pattern of deferred upkeep. A prospective buyer should prioritise an immediate, thorough inspection of the tyres, suspension, and braking systems. The recurring tyre faults—particularly the 2023 failures on all four wheels and the 2025 structural tear—demand verification of current tread depth, lateral integrity, and casing condition. The 2024 and 2023 suspension advisories, including the excessively worn front ball joint and rear suspension bushes, warrant close examination for excessive play, corrosion, or deformation. The front brakes were not explicitly flagged in recent tests, but the proximity of the 2023 tyre wear to legal limits suggests potential brake-related wear patterns should also be assessed. Structural rust, especially around wheel arches and suspension mounts, should be checked, as prolonged inactivity can accelerate corrosion even at low mileages.