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P170 BRX

1997 Nissan Patrol

Blue Petrol 4169cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

140,754 mi
Last recorded140,754 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Nissan Patrol106,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 BRX
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,169cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 140,754 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 140,399 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 139,945 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 139,128 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 138,530 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 137,243 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 135,409 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 132,700 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 128,301 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 117,092 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 112,635 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 107,101 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 103,020 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 98,329 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 86,546 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 71,342 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 60,766 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 52,180 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

exhaust heat sheilds corroded

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres slightly perished

Fail 22 Apr 2006 52,180 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust heat sheilds corroded

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

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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P170 BRX is a 1997 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 4,169cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 106,740 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 P170 BRX, 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 29 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 P170 BRX registered?

P170 BRX is a 1997 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P170 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P170 BRX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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