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J55 NEK

1998 Nissan Patrol

Green Diesel 2826cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

145,754 mi
Last recorded145,754 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 NEK
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,826cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 145,754 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 144,037 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 144,037 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 136,112 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 134,506 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 134,506 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 129,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 122,702 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 114,564 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 104,394 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion INNER ARCHES (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion ALL UNDERSIDE (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion AROUND ALL SUSPENSION MOUNTS (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 94,117 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 84,829 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 81,051 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2014 81,007 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 70,784 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 70,784 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2012 63,204 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,897 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 50,780 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2010 50,788 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 45,664 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 45,245 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 44,272 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 41,124 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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J55 NEK is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Green with a 2,826cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 107,542 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 J55 NEK, 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 28 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 J55 NEK registered?

J55 NEK is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is J55 NEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 NEK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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