2005 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · WF55 YYC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its last recorded test in November 2022 at 194,101 miles, this followed a significant failure just nine days prior. The 2022 failure revealed critical structural issues, including nearside rear corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over three years, the current state of these deteriorating faults is unknown and likely advanced due to the vehicle's age and previous exposure. At 194,101 miles, the Navara has averaged approximately 9,243 miles per year over twenty-one years, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. However, the data shows a period of 5,660 miles covered between November 2021 and November 2022, followed by a total gap in testing history for the last thirty months. This lack of recent documentation suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary or been out of use, which accelerates the perish of rubber components and the degradation of the previously noted corrosion issues. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and mounting points. The November 2022 record flagged excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension mounting and structural assembly, which are high-risk areas for older Navaras. The history also shows recurring issues with oil leaks from both the engine and gearbox, along with worn shock absorber bushes and leaking units that suggest a history of neglect toward seals. Furthermore, the braking system has consistently shown issues with imbalance and efficiency across multiple years, indicating deep-seated fatigue in the calipers and drums that require immediate attention.