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PLZ 4229

1998 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

131,981 mi
Last recorded131,981 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 4229
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,826cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2007 131,981 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2007 131,875 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S CHASSIS SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION AT CENTRE

Pass 3 May 2006 128,241 miles

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

both wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 4 Mar 2006 127,519 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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PLZ 4229 is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 2,826cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 PLZ 4229, 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 PLZ 4229 registered?

PLZ 4229 is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is PLZ 4229 safe to buy?

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