2015 Nissan X-Trail 1.6L Diesel · XT02 BBB

The vehicle remains legally roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in deferred repairs regarding mechanical wear components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 120,927 miles identified multiple critical issues including severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers on both front arms and thinning rear brake pads. While the vehicle passed, the presence of these faults alongside recurring advisories from previous years suggests that the owner is addressing mechanical failures only at the point of failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with 5,788 miles covered between August 2025 and February 2026, and another 3,362 miles between August 2024 and February 2025. This regular usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which likely explains the progressive degradation of rubber components like suspension bushes and perished tyre edges noted in the MOT record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record has repeatedly flagged worn bushes and deteriorating ball joint covers. The 2023 advisory regarding imbalanced front brakes that barely met requirements, followed by thin rear pads in 2026, indicates the braking system may suffer from sticking calipers or uneven wear patterns. Furthermore, the offside rear seat belt webbing has been flagged as damaged since at least 2025, representing a persistent safety concern that requires replacement rather than adjustment.