2010 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel · VE60 ACF

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend following a period of intermittent mechanical failures. The most recent MOT test on 17 December 2025 at 148,552 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This follows two consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2023, suggesting that previous issues with suspension and lighting have been addressed. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,284 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with the distance between the 2024 test at 129,198 miles and the 2025 test at 148,552 miles representing a standard annual interval. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, which indicates the vehicle has been in regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking components due to recurring failures in these areas. The record shows a pattern of broken coil springs, specifically noted in the 2019, 2021, and 2023 tests. The 2023 failure also highlighted a suspension arm ball joint with play and a missing wheel nut, indicating that while these were rectified, the suspension system has been a weak point. Frequent advisories and failures regarding brake pads and tyres suggest that while consumables are being replaced, they are often addressed only when they reach the point of failure. The 2022 advisory regarding the rear back box exhaust outer skin peeling should be inspected for signs of advancing corrosion. Although no leaks were recorded at that time, the age of the vehicle makes structural integrity and exhaust degradation likely. A physical inspection of the underside is necessary to ensure that the previous issues with coil springs and exhaust surface degradation have not led to more significant structural rust.