2008 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · SL58 KRO

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this 2008 Nissan Note presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2 September 2025 at 58,190 miles passed cleanly with zero defects, advisories, or failures. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes stretching back to September 2022, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a solid roadworthiness standard in recent years. The single failed entry on 9 September 2024 at 56,901 miles shows no recorded defects, suggesting it was likely an administrative or procedural retest rather than a mechanical failure, and the subsequent pass on the same day confirms the issue was resolved immediately. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle. At 58,190 miles, the annual average sits at roughly 3,233 miles per year, well below the typical UK average. The increments between tests are modest and consistent: 1,289 miles between September 2024 and September 2025, 1,222 miles between September 2023 and September 2024, and 1,688 miles between September 2022 and September 2023. There are no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in the odometer record, which supports the likelihood of genuine low use rather than a rolled-back reading. Extended periods of light use or standing can however introduce its own concerns, particularly with perishable rubber components and brake surfaces. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles of this age often suffer from deteriorated suspension bushes, perished tyre sidewalls, and corroded brake discs caused by prolonged standing rather than wear. The exhaust system and underbody should be checked for surface corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections. Tyre age is critical here; even with deep tread, rubber older than six years can present a genuine safety risk. The braking system should be tested for binding or uneven wear, as calipers can seize on cars that sit unused for extended periods. The Nissan Note is a compact, mechanically straightforward vehicle, and this example's record suggests attentive ownership. The clean MOT run and steady mileage accumulation point to a car that has been looked after rather than neglected. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on rubber components, brake condition, and underbody corrosion would be a sensible precaution given the age, but the documented history provides a strong baseline of confidence.