2010 Nissan Pixo 1.0L Petrol · YY10 APK

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status, but the history reveals a reactive maintenance pattern rather than proactive care. The most recent test in October 2024 at 70,892 miles showed the car passing only after addressing failures related to lighting and a severely deteriorated drive shaft CV boot. While the immediate safety failures were rectified, the recurring nature of electrical and suspension component issues suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they necessitate an MOT failure. At 70,892 miles over 16 years, the Nissan Pixo has a notably low mileage profile, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components over time, which is evident in the record. Between October 2023 and October 2024, the vehicle covered only 8,533 miles, indicating consistent short-term use. However, the low mileage can mask mask the perishing of tyres, such as the cracking noted in the 2022 advisory. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the rear suspension arm bushes were flagged in three consecutive years starting in 2022, progressing to excessively worn by 2023. The tester also noted a binding offside front brake in 2022, which should be checked for uneven disc wear or seized calipers. The recent failure of the nearside CV boot in 2024 requires a physical check to ensure no grease leakage has contaminated the joint, which would lead to imminent mechanical failure. Given the history of inoperative light bulbs, including stop and registration lamps, a full electrical check is necessary to ensure no wiring corrosion or intermittent faults exist. The age of the vehicle combined with low mileage increases the likelihood of structural corrosion on the underbody, despite the relatively low mechanical wear.