2015 Nissan Note 1.2L Petrol · YA64 CYP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 11 February 2026, but the overall maintenance trend is one of gradual decline. While the car continues to pass, there is a persistent and expanding pattern of corrosion and wear. Specifically, the brake pipe corrosion has progressed from a few points to all four corners of the vehicle over the last two testing cycles, suggesting a lack of preventative underbody protection or remediation. With a recorded mileage of 76,886 miles over an eleven year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,990 miles per year. This usage rate is considered typical for its age and suggests a balanced duty cycle. It has avoided the extreme wear associated with high-mileage motorway use, yet it has been used enough to avoid the stagnation issues often found in very low-mileage examples, such as seized calipers or perished seals from prolonged standing. A prospective buyer must prioritize the inspection of the braking system. The recurring advisories regarding corrosion on all four brake pipes are significant; these pipes transport hydraulic fluid under high pressure, and extensive corrosion can lead to sudden failure. During a test drive, feel for any sponginess in the brake pedal and inspect the undercarriage for signs of fluid weeping. Additionally, the previous advisories for worn front brake discs and lower suspension arm bushes should be investigated. Listen for metallic clunks or knocks when traversing uneven surfaces or during sharp low-speed turns, which would indicate that the suspension bushes have progressed from worn to failed. Attention should also be paid to the vehicle's emissions and structural consumables. The 2024 failure regarding Lambda readings indicates a previous fault with the exhaust gas recirculation or oxygen sensors, so ensure the engine idles smoothly without hunting and that no engine management lights are present. Furthermore, given the history of corroded rear coil springs and perishing tyre sidewalls, a thorough physical check of all four tyres for age-related cracking is essential. Inspect the rear suspension springs for heavy scaling or fractures, as these are prone to snapping if corrosion is left unchecked, potentially compromising the vehicle's ride height and handling.