2011 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · ST61 KUD

A clear pattern of chronic brake and rear underbody corrosion advisories, punctuated by two Dangerous failures within the last twelve months, defines the mechanical outlook for this 2011 Nissan Juke. The most recent recorded activity on 19 December 2025 resulted in both a Pass and a Fail on the same date. The Fail included a Dangerous defect for nearside rear brake pad material thickness below 1.5 mm and a Major defect for excessive play in the nearside front outer track rod end ball joint. Earlier in 2024, another Dangerous defect was recorded for a nearside front tyre below the legal 1.6 mm tread depth, alongside a Major failure for the offside front service brake lagging in operation. The cumulative picture is one of escalating braking and steering concerns rather than a stable roadworthiness record, with rear brake pipe corrosion advisories appearing on four separate tests from 2022 through 2025. Against an age of approximately fifteen years and recorded mileage of 93,462 miles, the vehicle averages around 6,231 miles per year, which is broadly in line with typical usage for its age. There are no extended gaps in the MOT history that would suggest long periods off the road, although the absence of a recorded test between January 2025 and December 2025 is notable given the serious defects found when testing resumed. At this accumulated mileage, wear on suspension bushes, brake components, and steering linkages is expected, and the recorded defects align with that mechanical reality. The presence of multiple brake-related advisories across consecutive tests points to progressive wear rather than isolated incidents. For a prospective buyer, the rear braking system demands particular scrutiny given the recurring advisories for corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease or other material across the axle, slight corrosion to brake hose ferrules, and worn or pitted rear brake discs. The December 2025 Dangerous failure for the nearside rear brake pad thickness confirms that pad material wear on this vehicle can progress to a critical state between tests, so a thorough inspection of remaining pad material and disc condition is essential. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing from the rear under load, check for pulling to one side under braking which could indicate a binding or lagging caliper as flagged on the offside front in 2024, and feel for a spongy or low pedal which may suggest compromised brake pipes. Visually inspect the rear underbody for surface corrosion and flaking around the brake pipe runs, paying attention to any dampness or fresh grease that might be masking active corrosion. Steering and front suspension are equally pressing given the Major failure for track rod end play recorded at the most recent test and the 2022 advisory for slight play in the inner steering arm on the offside. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front end over bumps and during full-lock manoeuvres, and feel for any looseness, vibration, or wandering in the steering which would suggest worn linkages or bushes. The advisories for front tyres worn close to the legal limit or on the edge on two separate occasions suggest possible alignment or geometry issues, so check for uneven inner or outer shoulder wear on any fitted tyres. Finally, the advisory for a broken-up rear exhaust back box should prompt a physical inspection for rattles, blowing sounds, or visible hanging components from underneath the rear, as exhaust debris separation can worsen quickly and may also affect emissions compliance at the next test.