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D4 GEL

2005 Nissan Pathfinder

Grey Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,252 mi
Last recorded39,252 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder98,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 GEL
MakeNissan
ModelPathfinder
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 39,252 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 38,670 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 37,800 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 36,486 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 35,397 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 35,397 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 34,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 32,261 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 32,257 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 30,608 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 29,459 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2017 28,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 26,358 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 24,857 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 23,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2013 21,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2013 21,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,942 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 13,618 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 10,514 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on 195,724 MOT tests across 11,958 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
7,848
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
11,958
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,402
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 4,219
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,979
Registration plate lamp not working 3,901
coil spring broken 2,949
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D4 GEL is a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder in Grey with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Pathfinder models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 98,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Pathfinder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,402 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D4 GEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pathfinder typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Nissan Pathfinder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D4 GEL registered?

D4 GEL is a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is D4 GEL safe to buy?

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