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EJ08 DRV

2008 Nissan Pickup

Red Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

144,886 mi
Last recorded144,886 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Nissan Pickup75,024 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 DRV
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 144,886 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 133,689 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

Rear brake pipes corroded close to the compensator

brake pedal rubber worn

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 19 Mar 2019 116,810 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 110,865 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn front prop-shaft rear U/J worn. ()

Fail 14 Mar 2018 110,865 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Outer Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement seized (3.5.1k)

Propshaft universal joint worn front prop-shaft rear U/J worn. ()

Pass 29 Jun 2017 105,597 miles

Rear Oil leak diff ()

Fail 26 Jun 2017 105,596 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Oil leak diff ()

Pass 14 Jun 2016 99,492 miles

rear no.plate broken at corner (still readable)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 99,492 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

slight brake pipe corrosion

rear no.plate broken at corner (still readable)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 99,461 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 86,142 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 70,581 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 70,581 miles

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 May 2012 40,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2012 50,671 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 34,064 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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EJ08 DRV is a 2008 Nissan Pickup in Red with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 75,024 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ08 DRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Pickup is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EJ08 DRV registered?

EJ08 DRV is a 2008 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is EJ08 DRV safe to buy?

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