2009 Nissan Note 1.6L Petrol · WV09 CXN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 93,965 miles passed with a single advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven edge wear. This suggests that while the car is mechanically capable of passing inspections, the owner only addresses consumable components once they reach a failure point or an advisory threshold. The mileage profile is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows very consistent usage between July 2022 and 2025, with the car covering only 3,602 miles over that three-year period. This low mileage typically reduces the wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components, such as seals and bushings, which can become brittle when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer must scrutinise the front braking system, as the history shows recurring issues with wear. The tester flagged thin front brake pads in 2022 at 90,363 miles, followed by a total failure in July 2023 at 91,936 miles where pads were below 1.5mm. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the uneven wear noted on the offside front tyre in 2025 suggests a potential alignment issue or a sticking caliper. A physical inspection should check for uneven disc scoring and worn suspension bushes to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying structural or mechanical fatigue.