2016 Nissan Pulsar 1.5L Diesel · SF16 DFH

The 2016 Nissan Pulsar presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT test on 10 December 2025 at 71,000 miles passed with zero defects, continuing an unbroken five-year streak of clean certificates. This pattern indicates consistent preventative maintenance rather than reactive repairs. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear in the record, suggesting the vehicle has been cared for to a standard well above the national average. Mileage accumulation tells a coherent story. Between November 2022 and November 2023, the car covered approximately 14,200 miles, a notable spike compared to the 6,000 to 8,000 miles per year recorded before and after that period. The jump from 37,452 miles in November 2022 to 51,701 miles in November 2023 suggests a period of heavier commuting or long-distance use. Since then, the annual distance has settled back to around 7,000 miles, with the final 1,314 miles added between December 2024 and December 2025. The overall annualised average of roughly 7,100 miles aligns with typical use for a ten-year-old vehicle. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the underside for surface corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframes, and sills, as these areas are prone to deterioration on vehicles of this age even when no advisories have been flagged. Check the condition of front brake discs and pads, along with rear brake calipers, since the heavier mileage period in 2022 to 2023 would have accelerated wear. Examine all four tyres for uneven wear patterns that could indicate tracking or suspension bush degradation not yet severe enough to trigger a tester advisory. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around joints and the back box, and verify that the catalytic converter and lambda sensors are functioning correctly given the emissions-sensitive nature of the turbocharged engine. A cold-start test will confirm whether the timing chain exhibits any rattle, a known concern on this engine family that MOT records alone cannot rule out.