2015 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · SK12 ACE

This 2015 Nissan Juke’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-06—just nine months ago—shows a concerning pattern of repeated failures despite no defects being recorded. The vehicle passed one test and failed the next on the same day at identical mileage, a red flag that suggests either a procedural error in the test centre or a persistent underlying issue not captured in the official record. The lack of advisories or defects in any of the four tests spanning 2023 to 2025 implies either meticulous maintenance or a failure to report critical wear, though the repeated failures at the same mileage are unusual and warrant further scrutiny. The recorded mileage of 107,692 miles over approximately 11 years equates to roughly 9,800 miles annually, which is within the expected range for this age. There are no significant gaps in testing—each annual test occurs within a few days of the previous one—but the identical mileage on consecutive tests in October 2024 and 2025 suggests the vehicle may have been stationary or driven very little between those dates. This could indicate either light usage or a period of non-operation, which might have allowed certain components to degrade more slowly. However, the lack of advisories in any test means there is no direct evidence of deferred maintenance or neglect. Given the absence of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that often fail silently or without MOT detection. Focus on the suspension system—particularly the rear subframe mounts and coil springs—for signs of fatigue or corrosion, as these are common failure points in Juke models. The repeated test failures, despite no recorded issues, also suggest the brakes may have been borderline or inconsistently applied during testing; verify brake pad thickness, caliper binding, and rear disc warpage. Finally, check for structural corrosion around the wheel arches, sills, and subframe, as this is a critical but often overlooked failure mode in vehicles of this age. The lack of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound.