2013 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · VN63 TGK

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend in its most recent period. The latest MOT conducted in November 2025 at 96,724 miles resulted in no defects, following a similarly clean result from the November 2024 test at 83,197 miles. This indicates that the previous owner has proactively addressed the mechanical and wear issues identified in earlier years, moving the vehicle into a clean cycle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,440 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2022 and November 2020, where the car covered only 5,361 miles over two years. However, usage has increased significantly recently, with 23,431 miles clocked between December 2022 and November 2025. This recent surge in mileage explains the increased wear observed on rubber components and braking systems noted in the older test entries. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a history of recurring failures. The 2022 test flagged worn suspension arm bushes on both sides, while the 2023 test identified a severely deteriorated nearside front ball joint dust cover and a damaged track rod end. While these appear to be rectified, the frequency of rubber component degradation suggests these parts are reaching the end of their service life and should be checked for cracking or grease leakage. The braking system also requires a close look. The 2023 record noted thin front pads and worn discs, alongside an insecure nearside front brake hose. Although the subsequent clean tests show no defects, the buyer must verify that the brake hose is properly clipped and that the front discs have sufficient thickness remaining. Checking the offside inner drive shaft CV boot is also vital, as this component was previously deteriorated in 2022 and remains a common point of failure on this model.