2019 Nissan Juke 1.6L Petrol · YH19 RLP

The 2019 Nissan Juke remains technically roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 4 August 2025 at 41,317 miles, yet the maintenance trend over the preceding twelve months is concerning rather than stable. A failure on 29 July 2025 at 41,123 miles for a degraded nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover indicates a deteriorating component that was repaired or replaced in time for the retest just six days later. However, the same rear tyre advisories for cracking, perishing, and a nail puncture have persisted across both the failed and passed tests, suggesting a superficial approach to rectification. The tester flagged these rear tyre defects twice within the same week, which points to either a temporary repair or a failure to address the underlying condition. The mileage pattern reveals a significant anomaly that warrants scrutiny. Between 31 July 2024 at 27,925 miles and 22 June 2023 at 20,270 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 7,655 miles in just over twelve months. Yet from 29 July 2025 at 41,123 miles back to 31 July 2024 at 27,925 miles, the odometer jumped by 13,198 miles in under a year. This represents a near-doubling of the annual rate within a single MOT cycle, which is unusual for a vehicle averaging 5,902 miles per year over its seven-year life. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests also spans nearly thirteen months rather than the standard twelve, hinting at a possible delay in testing or a period of intensified use followed by minimal driving. A buyer should inspect the nearside front suspension arm ball joint closely, as the dust cover failure in July 2025 suggests the joint itself may have been exposed to contamination before the cover was replaced. Grease loss and premature wear inside the joint are real possibilities. The rear tyres demand equal attention. Repeated advisories for cracking, perishing, and a nail puncture on both rear tyres indicate either aged rubber that has sat stationary for extended periods or repeated damage from road hazards. Check the date codes on all four tyres and examine the sidewalls for deep splits. Given the sudden spike in mileage between mid-2024 and mid-2025, a compression test and a thorough underbody inspection for suspension bush wear, exhaust corrosion, and brake disc condition would be prudent before committing to purchase.