2020 Nissan Leaf Electric · ST70 HXS
2020 Nissan Leaf (electric). First registered 17 Dec 2020. Recorded mileage 28,398 miles. MOT valid until 06 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN LEAF
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,398 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
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- Common Faults
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ST70 HXS Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 28,398 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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ST70 HXS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Nissan Leaf (ST70 HXS) between July 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
ST70 HXS Mileage History
- 05/07/202310,288 mi
- 08/08/202415,815 mi+5,527 mi
- 01/08/202522,926 mi+7,111 mi
- 07/08/202628,398 mi+5,472 mi
Average of roughly 5,860 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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