2015 Nissan Pulsar 1.5L Diesel · WN65 YEV

The 2026‑01‑07 MOT at 78,151 miles failed, confirming that the Nissan Pulsar is presently non‑roadworthy. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, a high handbrake travel, and an inoperative engine warning light, while the oil leak remained modest and did not meet the excessive criteria. Repeated tyre wear below the 1.6 mm legal limit and persistent oil seepage indicate that previous owners have allowed consumable items to deteriorate without timely replacement, suggesting a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than stabilising. Since the 2020‑05‑30 test at 31,897 miles, the odometer has risen to 78,151 miles by 2026‑01‑07, an increase of 46,254 miles over 5.5 years, averaging 8,409 miles per year, which exceeds the typical 7,105 miles per year for an 11‑year‑old vehicle. The early records show slower accumulation, with only 5,869 miles added between 2020‑05‑30 and 2021‑06‑19, but the pace accelerated after 2022, climbing from 45,766 miles in June 2022 to 68,542 miles in December 2024, a gain of 22,776 miles in two years, and then to 78,151 miles in January 2026, adding another 9,609 miles in 1.5 years. A buyer should examine the rear suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the rear brake calipers for binding, inspect the brake discs for scoring, and verify tyre tread depth across all positions. The recurring oil leak should be traced to its source, the handbrake cable or mechanism checked for excessive travel, and the engine warning light investigated with a diagnostic scan to confirm the inoperative status does not mask a hidden fault. Any structural rust on the chassis, exhaust system condition, and the integrity of the child‑seat mounting points also merit close visual inspection. Overall the vehicle shows moderate wear with recurring tyre and brake issues but no documented structural rust or major mechanical failure; however the recent failure signals that deferred maintenance may be occurring, making a detailed pre‑purchase inspection essential.