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MLZ 1130

2003 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

162,944 mi
Last recorded162,944 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Patrol89,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 1130
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 162,944 miles

Central Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play both fixed ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassi (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 155,581 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 149,942 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 143,115 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 137,274 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 131,993 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 131,993 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 128,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

no warning lights on dash time of test

o/s/r fog light slightly discoloured

Pass 5 Feb 2019 127,903 miles

bottom joint slight play

no warning lights on dash time of test

Fail 5 Feb 2019 127,903 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light wrong colour bulb (4.5.4 (a))

bottom joint slight play

no warning lights on dash time of test

Pass 10 Jan 2018 123,453 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 123,453 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 122,571 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 122,571 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low o/s and n/s (1.8)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 117,200 miles

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 117,200 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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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MLZ 1130 is a 2003 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MLZ 1130, 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 MLZ 1130 registered?

MLZ 1130 is a 2003 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 19 August 2003.

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