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EX53 NVJ

2003 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

116,562 mi
Last recorded116,562 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Patrol89,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 NVJ
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 116,562 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 110,770 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 107,098 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front hub seal weeping

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 103,816 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 98,892 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 98,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 95,117 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 92,603 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 89,542 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 84,958 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 81,778 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front bump stop

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 77,559 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 70,671 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 68,346 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 64,695 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 60,539 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 5,685 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 53,772 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 50,610 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 45,152 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 37,598 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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EX53 NVJ 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 EX53 NVJ, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 NVJ?

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What year was EX53 NVJ registered?

EX53 NVJ is a 2003 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is EX53 NVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 NVJ 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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