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L40 YDE

2003 Nissan Patrol

Black Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

63,900 mi
Last recorded63,900 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Patrol89,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 YDE
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 63,900 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 63,895 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 63,661 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 63,661 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 63,397 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 63,397 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 63,058 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 57,733 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 56,521 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 54,989 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 54,986 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CHASSIS (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CHASSIS (6.6.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 54,505 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 52,078 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 52,078 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 49,753 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 48,366 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 41,679 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 38,627 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 32,921 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 25,940 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 20,854 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 16,542 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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L40 YDE is a 2003 Nissan Patrol in Black with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 89,626 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 L40 YDE, 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 23 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 L40 YDE registered?

L40 YDE is a 2003 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is L40 YDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L40 YDE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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