2008 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · SD08 DXY

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT on June 11, 2026, 98,987 miles. The maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension components and tyre management. The most recent failure identified an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm bush and a compromised anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover, alongside both front tyres reaching the legal wear limit. These faults indicate a lack of proactive preventative maintenance on the front-end assembly prior to the annual testing date. At 18 years old, the car has a relatively low mileage of 98,987 miles, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant surge in usage between March 2025 (84,722 miles) and June 2026 (98,987 miles), covering over 14,000 miles in just over a year. This rapid accumulation likely accelerated the degradation of the rubber suspension components and tyres. The recurring presence of an oil leak noted in both 2024 and 2025 suggests the vehicle suffers from a long-term seal issue that previous owners have not sought to address despite it passing under advisory. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the history shows a fractured offside coil spring in 2023 and current issues with arm bushes. The recurring reports of perishing and cracking tyres across 2023 and 2026 suggest the vehicle may have sat for long periods, leading to dry rot despite the low annual mileage. Particular attention should also be paid to the source of the persistent oil leak to determine if it is a minor cover gasket or a more significant mechanical failure within the engine or gearbox.