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G981 COY

1980 Nissan Patrol

Grey Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

150,482 mi
Last recorded150,482 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG981 COY
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 150,482 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front floor pan corroded

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 150,453 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front floor pan corroded

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 149,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 149,702 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 148,959 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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G981 COY is a 1980 Nissan Patrol in Grey with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G981 COY, 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 46 years old, this Nissan Patrol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G981 COY registered?

G981 COY is a 1980 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 19 October 1980.

Is G981 COY safe to buy?

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