OUR LEAF AFTER 1,000 MILES: ISSUES AND GETTING A MOBILE SERVICE WITH CLEEVELY EV MOBILE

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After two months and 1,000 miles, the reviewer expresses continued affection for their Nissan Leaf, purchased at auction. Despite initial concerns and several minor issues including a key fob battery, loose rearview mirror, jamming infotainment panel, seized bonnet, and noisy brakes, the car remains a favored choice for daily errands over more premium EVs. The reviewer highlights the convenience and cost-effectiveness of a mobile EV service from Cleevely EV Mobile, which addressed the brake replacement and other maintenance for £180, significantly less than a dealership service. While the battery health has degraded to 85.18%, the reviewer notes the solar panel on the car appears to offer a small but beneficial boost to the 12V battery. The main drawbacks mentioned are the lack of Apple CarPlay and parking sensors on the Acenta trim, and an irritating door-opening beep. Overall, the reviewer considers the £5,965 total investment (including the car's purchase price and subsequent repairs/servicing) to be excellent value, praising the Leaf as a practical and enjoyable runabout.