2013 Nissan Note 1.4L Petrol · SP13 KXC

The Nissan Note presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 September 2025 at 78,606 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is particularly significant because it followed a failure just two days earlier on 10 September 2025 at the identical mileage, where the tester flagged a severely worn front sub-frame pin or bush across all bushes. The fact that this structural suspension defect was rectified within 48 hours and the vehicle subsequently passed without advisories suggests the previous owner addressed the issue promptly rather than deferring it. The MOT record is current and valid through mid-September 2026, giving a buyer a full twelve months of certified roadworthiness from the most recent test. The mileage accumulation of 78,606 miles over thirteen years works out to roughly 6,047 miles per year, which is typical for a small family hatchback of this age. The record shows a steady progression from 70,613 miles in May 2024 to 76,266 miles in January 2025, representing 5,653 miles over eight months, and then a more modest climb to 78,606 miles by September 2025, adding just 2,340 miles in the following eight months. This tapering could indicate a change in ownership or reduced use in the final period. There are no suspicious mileage reversals or large unexplained gaps in the record, and the data points are consistent with genuine incremental use. The one recurring area of concern is the front suspension sub-frame bush assembly. The September 2025 failure specifically cited excessive wear across all front sub-frame pin or bush locations, which is a structural mounting concern rather than a simple consumable item. While the subsequent pass confirms the repair was completed, a prospective buyer should physically inspect the sub-frame mounting points, check for fresh component finishes or uneven bushing compression that might indicate a recent patch repair, and examine the surrounding chassis rails for corrosion that could have accelerated the wear. The January 2025 pass at 76,266 miles was clean, meaning the bush deterioration occurred within the final 2,340 miles or was masked during that test, so close attention to front-end suspension tightness during a test drive is advisable. Beyond the suspension, the record is clean on brakes, emissions, and lighting, with only a single bulb failure noted in May 2024 that was immediately resolved.