2012 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · SB12 VLK

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness status of Pass, but this is not a stable or improving trend. The most recent test on 2026-02-18 was passed, yet the previous test on 2026-02-17 resulted in a failure, indicating that the vehicle has not maintained its safety standards since the September 2023 test. This suggests that the maintenance history has been unstable over the past two years, with the vehicle failing to meet safety requirements at a distance of 106,131 miles. The mileage accumulation is not uniformly positive, as the vehicle experienced a significant gap between the September 2023 and February 2026 tests. This absence of a consistent record points to a pattern of skipped maintenance or poor upkeep, where the vehicle was likely driven on a regular basis but the MOTs were not taken consistently. The rapid accumulation of miles between the two most recent assessments suggests that the vehicle has been used for a substantial period with minimal maintenance, which carries a risk of accelerated wear on critical components. Based on the recurring faults and the specific breakdowns, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes and structural integrity in the suspension system. The MOT record confirms that the suspension arm ball joints have been flagged as excessively worn in both nearside and offside positions, a condition that can lead to severe damage if not addressed. Additionally, the coil springs and brake pipes have been identified as heavily corroded, which indicates that the vehicle has not been serviced for a long time, potentially leading to premature failure of these critical components.