2017 Nissan X-Trail 2.0L Diesel · RN17 RAM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift from perfect maintenance to reactive repairs. In the August 2025 test at 95,934 miles, the X-Trail failed initially due to an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint. Although this was rectified to secure a pass, the tester also flagged the front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This suggests that while mechanical failures are being addressed, preventative maintenance regarding consumables and alignment has recently lapsed. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per annum. Between August 2022 and August 2024, the car covered 25,530 miles, maintaining a clean record with no recorded defects. The jump of 14,466 miles between August 2024 and August 2025 follows this established usage profile. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commuting, which typically prevents the degradation of rubber components and seals associated with long-term storage. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the ball joint replacement was completed to a professional standard. The uneven tyre wear noted in the latest record indicates a potential alignment issue or a worn tracking component that requires immediate attention to prevent premature scrubbing of new tyres. Given the age and mileage, a check for surface corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system is advisable, though the MOT history has not yet flagged structural integrity concerns.