2014 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · ST64 USG

A pattern of recurring advisories around the front suspension, braking, and structural components defines the MOT history of this 2014 Nissan Juke, with the trend becoming notably more pronounced at the most recent test on 16 June 2026. While the vehicle has passed every annual examination since 2020 without a single failure, the clean 2022 and 2023 tests have given way to a cluster of items now flagged at the same time. The 2024 test recorded wear on both front brake pads and slight play in both front track rod ends and the nearside anti-roll bar linkage, the 2026 test then added corrosion to both front brake callipers, corrosion to the subframe, a modified (non-standard) nearside front lower anti-roll bar, and an oil leak from the centre front of the engine or transmission area. The accumulation of these items across consecutive tests suggests progressive wear and surface corrosion rather than isolated defects, and a prospective buyer should treat the under-bonnet, suspension, and braking areas as priority inspection zones. With 81,836 miles recorded against a 12-year vehicle age, the Juke has averaged roughly 6,820 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and does not point to either extended periods off the road or unusually high use. The MOT testing history is consistent throughout, with annual tests recorded every year from 2020 through 2026, including two passes in 2023. There are no significant gaps in the testing record and no sudden mileage spikes, so the usage profile appears steady. That said, the combination of moderate mileage and a 12-year-old chassis is reflected in the advisory pattern, where age-related corrosion on the subframe and callipers is beginning to surface even though outright failures have not yet been recorded. On a physical inspection, the brake callipers flagged in 2026 should be examined closely for surface corrosion, pitting around the piston bores, and any sticking or uneven pad wear, as corroded callipers can cause pulling under braking or lead to rapid inner-pad wear. With the front pads having been reported as wearing thin in 2024, the current pad and disc thickness on both sides should be measured, and the discs checked for lipping or scoring. The subframe corrosion noted in 2026 warrants a careful look from underneath with a torch; although it was recorded as not seriously weakened at the time, subframe rust can progress quickly on a vehicle of this age, particularly around mounting points and box-section edges, so any flaking, deep pitting, or bubbling beneath paint should be treated as a concern. The suspension items are equally important to evaluate in person. The track rod end play recorded on both sides in 2024 and the anti-roll bar linkage play from 2024, combined with the earlier offside front suspension arm ball joint play noted in 2021, indicate a front-end that is beginning to loosen. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front over uneven surfaces and speed bumps, and feel for vague steering, wandering at speed, or uneven tyre wear across the front axle. The central front oil leak flagged in 2026 is not currently excessive but should be identified as to source, whether it originates from the sump, cam cover, or transmission area, as a slow leak left unmonitored can develop into a more serious failure. Finally, confirm the nature of the nearside front lower anti-roll bar modification noted in 2026, as an undocumented aftermarket change to a structural suspension component should be scrutinised for quality of fabrication and any impact on handling or insurance cover.