2017 Nissan Leaf Electricity · ST66 VHP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful test in March 2026 at 65,485 miles. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repair rather than preventative care. While the car failed just four days prior to its most recent pass due to multiple worn suspension arm bushes and a faulty wiper, the subsequent pass indicates that these specific mechanical faults were rectified. This suggests the current owner is willing to address failures once flagged, though the recurring nature of the suspension issues indicates gradual wear. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. There is a gap of 7,000 miles between the March 2024 test and the February 2025 test, followed by another 7,000 miles leading into the March 2026 inspection. This steady usage suggests the car is used regularly for shorter commuting rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which often leads to the premature degradation of rubber components like the perished dust covers and perished tyres seen in the history. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a persistent issue with lower arm bushes and ball joints. The tester flagged severe deterioration of these components in 2025 and worn bushes again in 2026, indicating the front end assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Inspect for any play in the steering or weeping from rubber boots. Furthermore, the 2024 failure regarding uneven tyre wear and perished rubber highlights a history of neglecting basic consumables, so a thorough check of the current tread depth and sidewall condition is necessary to ensure no alignment issues remain.