2012 Nissan Juke 1.5L Petrol · VE12 AOY

The vehicle exhibits a pattern of recurring mechanical failures that spans nearly its entire ownership history, with four out of seven recorded MOT tests resulting in failure and the most recent test on 2024-01-24 returning a pass. This includes multiple instances of compromised lower suspension arm assemblies on both the nearside front and offside front, a fractured front coil spring in early 2023, and a dangerously weakened front brake disc. While the 2024-01-24 result appears positive, it follows a sequence of serious issues that suggest underlying structural stress rather than isolated incidents, indicating the underbody systems have not fully stabilized despite the intervening year-long gap between the 2023-01-24 failure and the current passing result. At 93,890 miles on approximately 14 years of age, the vehicle accumulates roughly 6,706 miles per year which aligns with typical usage expectations for its model cycle. However, the extended interval between the 2022-06-29 pass and the 2024-01-24 test spans nearly two full years without a recorded MOT, raising questions about the completeness of prior inspections and the consistency of vehicle upkeep. The 2023-01-24 dangerous failure involving a fractured coil spring and critically weakened brake discs represents the most severe vulnerability in the history, whereas the later 2024-01-24 pass indicates some progress but does not erase the cumulative damage seen in earlier years. This combination of moderate annual mileage combined with prolonged periods without professional review creates a scenario where wear on critical components has accumulated steadily. Focus your test drive on the lower suspension arms first, as they showed excessive wear on ball joints and pins in multiple failures; look for pronounced knocking or hopping over potholes and roughness in the ride quality when travelling at highway speeds, as worn bushings amplify vibration transmission. The brake system demands particular scrutiny because the 2023-01-24 failure identified a front brake disc in serious weakening condition—inspect the brake line clip for secure attachment and check for any visible leakage around the caliper mounts, as the 2024-01-24 pass did not specifically address this item. Additionally, the track rod end ball joint showed progressive wear in 2022-06-20 and 2021-06-16, so rotate the rear wheels by hand to detect any play in the track rod ends, which can manifest as a pulling sensation during cornering. Given the documented history of repeated lower suspension arm failures and the critical nature of the 2023-01-24 brake disc condition, budgeting for immediate replacement of the affected suspension components and a thorough brake system inspection before purchase would be advisable. The consistent failure pattern on the nearside front suspension across separate test cycles suggests this area may require comprehensive reassembly rather than isolated part swaps, and the absence of robust post-failure servicing records adds uncertainty to the vehicle's long-term reliability. If the seller can provide evidence of timely corrective work following each failure, that would help contextualise the current state, but the recurrence of these issues indicates the underlying mechanism has not been adequately resolved.