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FX51 ESA

2002 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,584 mi
Last recorded76,584 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Nissan Patrol90,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 ESA
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 76,584 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 76,582 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 74,552 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 72,017 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 66,105 miles

Lower Underside Undersealed

Fail 19 Sep 2022 65,871 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Lower Underside Undersealed

Pass 7 Sep 2021 59,988 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 55,478 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 55,187 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2018 55,184 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting prescribed area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected coil spring upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,423 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2017 50,966 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2015 48,487 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2015 46,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 43,177 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 40,743 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 37,923 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 35,152 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 31,544 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 28,935 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 26,013 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 23,351 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 20,801 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 20,801 miles

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

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

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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FX51 ESA is a 2002 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 90,618 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 FX51 ESA, 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 24 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 FX51 ESA?

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What year was FX51 ESA registered?

FX51 ESA is a 2002 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 12 January 2002.

Is FX51 ESA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 ESA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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