2013 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · VO63 SMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward mechanical neglect after years of clean records. While it passed the test in July 2025 at 78,203 miles, it had actually failed just two days prior at 78,200 miles due to multiple suspension and visibility defects. The transition from three years of clean tests to a failure with several advisories suggests the owner only addressed issues when forced by the tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between March 2022 and March 2024, the car covered 6,690 miles with no recorded defects. However, the vehicle covered 7,269 miles between the March 2024 and July 2025 tests, which coincides with the emerging mechanical failures. This low annual mileage often masks the gradual degradation of rubber components, which perish and crack due to age rather than just friction-related wear. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The tester specifically flagged a worn offside front suspension arm bush and severely deteriorated dust covers on both anti-roll bar ball joints. These issues indicate that rubber components are reaching the end of their service life and will require replacement to prevent unpredictable handling. The nearside rear tyre also shows signs of cracking or perishing, suggesting the rubber is old and potentially unsafe regardless of remaining tread depth. The buyer should also verify that the windscreen jets have been properly repaired and aligned, as the record noted the offside jet was misaligned and ineffective. Given the age of the Nissan Juke, a check for corrosion on the underbody and exhaust system is advisable to ensure the structural integrity remains sound despite the recent mechanical failures in the suspension components.