2013 Nissan NV200 1.5L Diesel · SP13 YJK

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred suspension and brake component repairs. The most recent test in October 2025 at 62,440 miles flagged new play in the rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and noted front tyres reaching the legal limit. While the vehicle passes, the recurring nature of these minor faults across multiple years suggests the previous owner only addressed components once they approach an MOT threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 62,440 miles, this thirteen-year-old NV200 shows significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between almost all annual tests from 2021 to 2025. However, low-mileage operation often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components due to drying, which likely explains the repeated issues with ball joints, shackle pins, and leaf springs noted in the records between 2022 and 2024. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the offside front arm ball joint has been flagged for play in both 2023 and 2024. The recurring anti-roll bar linkage issues indicate the entire front-end assembly may soon require comprehensive replacement to ensure stability. Additionally, the non-excessive oil leak documented since 2021 requires a physical check to determine if it is a simple weeping seal or a more significant gasket failure that could lead to oil starvation over time. Given the pitted brake discs and thin pads noted in 2024, the current remaining life of the braking system should be verified immediately.