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N121 AOV

1996 Nissan Patrol

White Diesel 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

338,607 mi
Last recorded338,607 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Nissan Patrol116,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 AOV
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 338,607 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 338,605 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 334,125 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 329,525 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under door mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal NSR and OSR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

Fail 21 Dec 2020 329,488 miles

Headlamp aim too high offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

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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N121 AOV is a 1996 Nissan Patrol in White with a 4,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 116,352 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 N121 AOV, 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 30 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 N121 AOV registered?

N121 AOV is a 1996 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is N121 AOV safe to buy?

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