2009 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · SA09 UGF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address known suspension issues. In the most recent test in January 2026 at 121,386 miles, the tester flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear coil springs. This specific defect has appeared in three consecutive annual tests dating back to December 2023, indicating that the owner has opted to allow the corrosion to progress rather than replacing the components once they reached a point of concern. At 121,386 miles over 17 years, the Nissan Note averages approximately 7,140 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between the December 2024 and January 2026 tests. This regular usage suggests the car has not been subject to long periods of stationary, though the low annual mileage does not protect the aging rubber components and structural metalwork from age-related degradation. A buyer must perform a physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly to determine the extent of the corrosion on the springs. Because this fault has been noted for three years without rectification, there is a high probability that the corrosion has spread to the mounting points or the surrounding chassis structure. The inspection should also check for signs of perished bushes on the shock absorbers and wish arms, as the repeated neglect of the springs often correlates with a lack of proactive preventative maintenance across the undercarriage.