2014 Nissan Juke 1.5L Diesel · YA64 RYO

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 November 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, continuing the pattern established by the preceding tests in November 2024 and November 2023. However, the overall trend warrants a degree of scrutiny. The vehicle failed its MOT on two occasions within a two-month window in late 2023, on 25 September and again on 14 November, before passing on the third attempt on 16 November 2023. While no specific failure defects are listed in the summary provided, the rapid back-to-back retests strongly suggest that significant remedial work was undertaken to bring the vehicle up to standard, possibly addressing items such as worn brake components, deteriorated tyres, lighting defects, or suspension concerns typical of a vehicle approaching its tenth year. Since then, the test outcomes have stabilised, and the absence of advisories at the two most recent tests indicates that no components are currently flagged as being on the cusp of failure, suggesting the maintenance regime has been satisfactory in the short term. With a recorded mileage of 50,288 miles across approximately twelve years, this Nissan Juke has been driven at an average of around 4,191 miles annually, which is considerably below the national average and points to either predominantly short urban journeys or extended periods of inactivity. Low annual mileage of this nature can be advantageous for major mechanical components such as the engine, gearbox, and clutch, reducing wear on internal moving parts. However, it carries its own set of risks, as vehicles that stand for prolonged periods are susceptible to corrosion on brake discs, deterioration of rubber and polymer components, and degradation of fluids that rely on regular circulation and thermal cycling to remain effective. The MOT history does not show any notable mileage gaps between the recorded tests, but the low overall figure implies that any work carried out is more likely to be age-related rather than wear-related. For a prospective buyer inspecting this Juke, particular attention should be paid to age-related deterioration rather than mileage-related wear. Start with the tyres, examining the sidewalls carefully for perishing and cracking, which is common on low-mileage vehicles where the rubber hardens from age rather than wearing down through use; check the DOT date code on each tyre to confirm they are not excessively old. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and the calipers for seizing, as standing corrosion can cause uneven braking, shudder under pedal pressure, or a binding sensation when pulling away. The 12V battery is another priority, given its likely age; a load test or voltage check under load will determine its state of health, and it may require replacement as a precaution regardless of its current performance. Additionally, verify the service book stamps and request evidence of time-based servicing, as oil, coolant, brake fluid, and the CVT gearbox fluid (if so equipped) all degrade through age and require periodic replacement regardless of mileage covered. During a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension, particularly over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes, drop links, or top mounts that may have deteriorated from age rather than wear. Pay attention to the steering for any vagueness, uneven self-centring, or knocking at full lock, as power steering components on a low-mileage vehicle can suffer from internal seal degradation. Under braking, check for any pulling to one side, grinding, or vibration through the pedal, which would confirm any concerns identified during a physical inspection of the braking system. Finally, examine the underbody and wheel arches for signs of corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, and brake and fuel lines, as the 2014 Nissan Juke is now entering the age range where structural corrosion advisories become more common. Confirm that the two earlier MOT failures were addressed with genuine replacement parts and retain any documentation relating to the remedial work, which will provide confidence that the vehicle has been correctly maintained since.