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J929 BJN

1998 Nissan Patrol

Black Diesel 4169cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,593 mi
Last recorded131,593 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ929 BJN
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,169cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 131,593 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Step mountings corroded / nearside + offside

Underbody corrosion/surface rust

Pass 21 Nov 2024 129,773 miles

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

Exhaust silencer corroded

Step mountings corroded / Nearside + Offside

Underbody / surface rust

Pass 16 Nov 2023 127,815 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded

Step mountings corroded / Nearside + Offside

Underbody / surface rust

Pass 12 May 2022 127,133 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

surface rust underneath

Pass 12 Feb 2021 126,229 miles

Underseal protection applied / underbody + brake/fuel pipes

Pass 10 Feb 2020 124,524 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2019 123,700 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 123,700 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2014 120,076 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2014 120,076 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2011 118,302 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 118,251 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)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 111,896 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 97,459 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 96,449 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 85,998 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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J929 BJN is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Black with a 4,169cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J929 BJN, 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 J929 BJN registered?

J929 BJN is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 2 November 1998.

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The MOT history for J929 BJN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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