2018 Nissan Pulsar 1.2L Petrol · WT18 BHK

The Nissan Pulsar’s MOT history presents a mixed picture of maintenance discipline, with the most recent test in June 2025 revealing a critical lapse in basic upkeep. The vehicle passed its annual inspection just days earlier at 92,035 miles, yet the subsequent retest immediately failed due to three separate tyre-related defects—two front tyres below the 1.6mm legal limit and a nearside rear tyre worn to the edge. This suggests the tyres were either neglected or replaced too late, with the nearside rear showing signs of uneven wear, possibly from misalignment or underinflation. No other defects were recorded in the preceding three annual tests (2022–2024), indicating the car’s mechanical components—brakes, suspension, lights, and emissions—have otherwise met standards. However, the tyre failure alone is a red flag, as it implies either a lack of proactive maintenance or a pattern of deferring essential checks. The Pulsar’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with average expectations for its age, averaging around 11,500 miles per year over eight years, which is neither excessively high nor low. The most recent 14,101-mile jump between the June 2024 (77,934 miles) and June 2025 (92,035 miles) tests suggests consistent use, though the absence of intermediate service records leaves unanswered questions about oil changes, brake fluid renewal, or suspension checks. The clean MOT passes in 2022, 2023, and 2024 imply no major structural or mechanical issues were present, but the tyre failure in 2025 disrupts this trend. Without additional service history, it’s impossible to confirm whether other wear items—such as brake pads, coil springs, or suspension bushes—have been addressed, though the lack of advisories in prior tests reduces immediate concern. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on verifying whether the tyres have been replaced since the June 2025 failure, as the nearside rear’s edge wear could indicate alignment problems or load bias. Given the absence of brake-related advisories or failures in the MOT history, the braking system appears serviceable, but a closer inspection of pad thickness and disc condition is prudent. Suspension components—such as bushings, coil springs, and ball joints—should be checked for wear, particularly if the vehicle has been driven on uneven roads or carried heavy loads. The clean structural integrity records in prior tests suggest no major corrosion or frame damage, but a thorough examination of wheel arches, sills, and underbody for rust is still advisable. Finally, the lack of emissions-related defects in the history implies the engine and exhaust systems have been maintained, though a pre-purchase diagnostic scan for fault codes would provide additional reassurance.