2016 Nissan Navara 2.3L Diesel · XG13 ELL

The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT on 7 August 2025 at 87,484 miles showing a trend of recurring consumable wear. While the vehicle passed its latest test, the tester flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside a near-side rear tyre showing signs of perishing. The appearance of light oil misting on the near-side rear shock absorber suggests the beginning of a suspension component failure. These issues follow a pattern of similar advisories regarding brake condition and tyre wear seen in previous years. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. The records show steady usage, moving from 49,801 miles in August 2019 to 87,484 miles in August 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, and the incremental increases between the 2021, 2022, and 2023 tests indicate regular, predictable road use rather than long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the braking system and suspension. The brake discs have been flagged for pitting and scoring in 2020, 2024, and 2025, which indicates either high moisture exposure or a tendency for the discs to corrode between service intervals. The near-side rear shock absorber's oil misting requires close monitoring to ensure it does not develop a significant leak. Further attention should be paid to the tyres and wheel alignment. The record shows a recurring issue with tyres wearing on the edges or reaching legal limits, specifically in 2020 and 2024. Given the 2020 advisory to check front wheel alignment, a buyer should verify that the steering geometry is correct to prevent premature tyre wear. The cracking or perishing noted on the near-side rear tyre in 2025 suggests the rubber is aging, which may necessitate a full set of replacements soon.