2020 Nissan Leaf Electric · SA20 GXW
2020 Nissan Leaf (electric). First registered 13 Aug 2020. Recorded mileage 42,469 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN LEAF
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,469 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA20 GXW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 42,469 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA20 GXW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Nissan Leaf (SA20 GXW) between August 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SA20 GXW Mileage History
- 08/08/202325,659 mi
- 16/08/202435,715 mi+10,056 mi
- 24/02/202535,810 mi+95 mi
- 23/02/202642,469 mi+6,659 mi
Average of roughly 6,603 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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