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F378 CJX

1989 Nissan Patrol

Bronze Diesel 2826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,283 mi
Last recorded125,283 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Nissan Patrol128,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF378 CJX
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1989
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,826cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2009 125,283 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 121,997 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all front leaf spring bushes slightly detiriorated

both front steering arms have slight play in there ball joints

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in n/s/f hub

slight wear in both front seat mechanisms

under body has areas of corrision in and out of prescribed areas

underbody becoming corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2008 121,997 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all front leaf spring bushes slightly detiriorated

both front steering arms have slight play in there ball joints

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in n/s/f hub

slight wear in both front seat mechanisms

under body has areas of corrision in and out of prescribed areas

underbody becoming corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2007 114,681 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both rear inner wings have slight corrosion

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s and o/s front inner wings have slight corrosion

rear seat backs becoming insecure

slight corrosion to drivers door step

Fail 28 Aug 2007 114,681 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s and o/s front inner wings have slight corrosion

n/s/r inner wing has slight corrosion

o/s/r inner wing has slight corrosion

rear seat backs becoming insecure

slight corrosion to drivers door step

Fail 18 Jul 2007 114,679 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s and o/s front inner wings have slight corrosion

o/s/r inner wing becoming weak due to corrosion

rear seat backs becoming insecure

slight corrosion to drivers door step

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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F378 CJX is a 1989 Nissan Patrol in Bronze with a 2,826cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,060 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 Patrol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F378 CJX, 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 37 years old, this Nissan Patrol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F378 CJX registered?

F378 CJX is a 1989 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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