2012 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · Y28 MAM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance record shows a trend of developing wear in the steering assembly. The most recent test on August 3 2026 at 49,897 miles flagged slight play in both the nearside and offside front track rod end ball joints. This is a recurring issue, having also appeared in 2024 and 2023, indicating that these front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,564 miles per year. Between 2015 and 2021, the car maintained a clean record with no defects, covering only 26,887 miles in those six years. However, the usage has increased slightly in recent years, with nearly 11,000 miles covered between June 2021 and August 2026. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and age-related corrosion rather than mechanical wear from high engine mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The 2023 failure at 47,087 miles highlighted a leaking offside front brake pipe and a missing fuel tank exhaust shield, suggesting that while these were rectified, the persistent corrosion on the brake hoses noted in 2023 and 2024 warrants a close look. The recurring play in the track rod ends and anti-roll bar ball joints suggests the front steering geometry requires imminent replacement of parts to ensure precision handling and prevent uneven tyre wear.