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ET53 DJK

2003 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

103,559 mi
Last recorded103,559 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Patrol89,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 DJK
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 103,559 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive osf around oil cooler area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to chassis and rear axle

Pass 17 Jul 2025 101,519 miles

Chassis slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Damp around oil cooler, offside front (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 98,532 miles

both front axle swivel joints corroding

both rear tyres slight perishing and cracking

main chassis rails corroding on front and rear

Fail 8 Jul 2024 98,524 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both brake faces corroding on rear discs close to limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front axle swivel joints corroding

both rear tyres slight perishing and cracking

main chassis rails corroding on front and rear

Pass 6 Jul 2023 92,948 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front to rear chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 91,086 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 90,111 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 88,071 miles

rear exhaust pipe by box starting to corrode and slight blow

Pass 7 Mar 2019 85,375 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 81,736 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 78,470 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 73,942 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 69,686 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 64,747 miles

o/s wiper blade starting to perish

slight play n/s/r anti-roll bar linkrod

Pass 7 Dec 2012 59,668 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 55,418 miles

slight play n/s/r anti-roll bar link rod

Pass 21 Dec 2010 49,617 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 41,918 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 36,292 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 30,239 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 22,233 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Patrol?

Based on 80,444 MOT tests across 7,979 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
5,185
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
7,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,649
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,823
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,270
position lamp(s) not working 2,183
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,961
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ET53 DJK is a 2003 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 89,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Patrol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET53 DJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Patrol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan Patrol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET53 DJK registered?

ET53 DJK is a 2003 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is ET53 DJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 DJK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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