2014 Nissan Juke 1.2L Petrol · YY64 JZJ

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 3 July 2025, returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and this result is consistent with the previous three annual examinations dated 20 June 2024, 12 June 2023, and 16 June 2022, which also passed without any advisories. This unbroken run of four consecutive clean tests demonstrates a stable and well-maintained mechanical trend, with no recurring advisories relating to suspension components, brake wear, exhaust integrity, or structural corrosion that might otherwise suggest underlying deterioration. While the absence of advisories is encouraging, it is worth noting that the MOT test is a point-in-time roadworthiness check rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, so buyers should still treat the clean record as a baseline rather than a guarantee of overall condition. With a recorded mileage of 28,701 miles across approximately twelve years of service, this Nissan Juke has averaged just 2,392 miles annually, which is substantially below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of its age and class. Such low annual mileage suggests either genuinely light running, predominantly short journeys, or extended periods of standing between uses. While low mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain and engine components, it introduces specific age-related concerns, as rubber and composite components degrade through calendar ageing rather than mechanical wear. The MOT history does not show any dramatic mileage jumps between annual tests, indicating consistent usage patterns and a plausible oculand reading that should be cross-referenced against the dashboard odometer and any accompanying service records. For a twelve-year-old vehicle with low mileage, particular attention should be paid to the condition of the tyres, even if the MOT record shows no related advisories. Tyre sidewalls naturally perish and crack with age regardless of tread depth, and a tyre that has been fitted for many years may look superficially sound but be compromised internally. Inspect the sidewalls for visible crazing, hairline cracks, or bulging, and verify the manufacturing date codes on the sidewalls to ensure none of the tyres are older than around six years. Brake discs and calipers that have seen prolonged standing are prone to surface corrosion and seizing, so on a test drive listen for scraping or binding noises from the wheels during the first few applications of the brake pedal, and feel for any pulling to one side or a spongy pedal that might indicate seized caliper pistons or compromised hydraulic components. The 12-volt battery is another area of concern on a low-mileage vehicle of this age, as frequent short journeys or extended standing prevent full charging and accelerate internal sulphation. A battery health check or a voltage test under load is advisable, particularly if the vehicle is being purchased from a dealer without recent starting records. Time-based servicing should also be verified independently of the MOT history, including confirmation of engine oil and filter changes, coolant replacement typically every five years regardless of mileage, brake fluid renewal which is hygroscopic and degrades with age, and automatic transmission fluid if fitted. Inspect the exhaust system for surface corrosion and mounting rubber deterioration, examine underbonnet hoses and drive belts for perishing, and check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can crack or sag with age. Finally, verify the service book stamps and ensure the timing chain or belt interval has been respected according to Nissan schedule, as these are calendar-based items that do not appear on MOT records but are critical to the long-term reliability of the vehicle.