Nissan Patrol Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Patrol reliable? We analysed 80,444 real MOT tests across 7,979 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Patrol is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Patrol.
Nissan Patrol Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Patrol. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Patrol MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Patrol to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Patrol Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Patrol fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Patrol Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Patrol owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Patrol MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Patrol year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 254 | 78.3% | 58,818 | 89,272 | 118,856 |
| 2008 | 755 | 76.4% | 38,580 | 61,757 | 97,372 |
| 2007 | 1,451 | 76.6% | 42,308 | 69,771 | 103,360 |
| 2006 | 2,074 | 78.7% | 47,255 | 74,050 | 106,732 |
| 2005 | 5,879 | 76.4% | 50,355 | 77,595 | 109,590 |
| 2004 | 8,779 | 74.9% | 56,234 | 87,118 | 121,622 |
| 2003 | 5,349 | 76.4% | 59,534 | 89,626 | 123,214 |
| 2002 | 5,140 | 74.9% | 61,767 | 90,618 | 126,050 |
| 2001 | 4,723 | 73.6% | 68,368 | 93,718 | 121,848 |
| 2000 | 6,019 | 71.8% | 74,600 | 99,486 | 125,300 |
| 1999 | 7,108 | 70.6% | 77,039 | 101,565 | 128,991 |
| 1998 | 7,590 | 69.6% | 84,476 | 107,542 | 132,348 |
| 1997 | 3,395 | 68.0% | 82,571 | 106,740 | 137,986 |
| 1996 | 2,802 | 68.2% | 90,612 | 116,352 | 148,050 |
| 1995 | 2,749 | 68.3% | 95,510 | 123,231 | 154,478 |
| 1994 | 4,608 | 68.4% | 97,126 | 125,852 | 163,446 |
| 1993 | 3,988 | 67.6% | 100,783 | 127,879 | 163,762 |
| 1992 | 2,343 | 68.2% | 91,316 | 119,412 | 147,232 |
| 1991 | 1,319 | 67.0% | 97,505 | 123,283 | 159,663 |
| 1990 | 1,046 | 65.5% | 98,839 | 123,061 | 167,541 |
How Long Does a Nissan Patrol Last?
Based on 7,979 Nissan Patrol vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Patrol Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Patrol MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan Patrol
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.7% MOT pass rate from 2,074 tests
64.9% MOT pass rate from 134 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Patrol is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.7% across 2,074 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Patrol Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Patrol THIS CAR | 71.9% | 80,444 | 102,047 mi | 38 yrs |
| Nissan Micra | 71.4% | 10,566,512 | 55,214 mi | 37 yrs |
| Nissan Qashqai | 77.3% | 6,506,323 | 59,398 mi | 19 yrs |
| Nissan Juke | 79.3% | 3,002,435 | 49,593 mi | 16 yrs |
| Aprilia Rsv | 86.8% | 87,683 | 13,065 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Patrol sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan PatrolShould you buy a used Nissan Patrol?
The Nissan Patrol has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.9% across 80,444 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Patrol are brake pipe excessively corroded (6,649 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (2,823), and body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (2,270). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Nissan Patrol owner drives around 5,185 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Nissan Patrol models stay on UK roads for around 38 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.