2012 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · VA61 FDL

The Nissan Juke presents a generally sound roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 5 December 2025 at 78,618 miles resulting in a straightforward pass. The sole advisory was a minor stone chip on the central front screen, a cosmetic and non-structural observation. The maintenance trend appears stable and, in recent years, notably improving. The 2023 test at 62,227 miles recorded zero defects whatsoever, and the 2025 pass was equally clean. This suggests the vehicle has been in the hands of an attentive owner recently, addressing the more significant issues that surfaced in late 2024. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use. From 26 October 2022 at 55,332 miles to 6 December 2023 at 62,227 miles, the vehicle covered just 6,895 miles over thirteen months. The subsequent jump to 71,390 miles by 3 December 2024 represents a slightly higher annualised rate of 9,163 miles, yet the final recorded interval to 78,618 miles by 5 December 2025 shows 7,228 miles covered. This is consistent with low-mileage ownership at roughly 5,600 miles per year over the vehicle's fourteen-year lifespan. The MOT record is sparse, with only five entries spanning four years, which is typical for a vehicle that may not have been used heavily enough to require annual testing in earlier years, or where records prior to 2022 are simply absent. The December 2024 failure and retest, both conducted at 71,390 miles, reveal a cluster of defects worth scrutinising. Both front and the offside rear tyres were worn to the legal limit, while the nearside rear showed cracking and perishing, indicating prolonged neglect of basic rubber maintenance. Both headlamp aim settings were flagged as obviously incorrect, suggesting possible bulb replacement without proper alignment or impact damage. These were rectified before the pass, but the pattern implies the previous owner deferred consumable upkeep. The 2022 test at 55,332 miles flagged front and rear brake pads wearing thin, a nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn though not excessively, and a split lower engine mount rubber. These are wear items, yet the split engine mount in particular can cause driveline vibration and accelerated wear on exhaust and transmission components if left unaddressed. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry, given the historical bush wear, and check the engine mount for deterioration or replacement. Examine the inner and outer tyre sidewalls carefully for age-related cracking, as the 2024 advisory on the nearside rear suggests the rubber may be original or long-serving. Inspect the headlamp units for signs of impact or water ingress, and verify beam alignment on a flat surface. The brake discs and pads should be measured for remaining life, as the 2022 advisory on pad wear at relatively low mileage raises questions about driving style or component quality. Underneath, check the subframe and suspension mounting points for corrosion, a common concern on the Juke platform, and examine the exhaust system for rust-through given the age of the vehicle.