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R166 DGO

1998 Nissan Patrol

Green Diesel 2826cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,716 mi
Last recorded159,716 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 DGO
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,826cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 159,716 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 159,453 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 154,639 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 154,639 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 148,929 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 142,563 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 136,822 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 131,743 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 121,300 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 111,468 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 101,851 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 91,085 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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R166 DGO is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Green with a 2,826cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R166 DGO, 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 R166 DGO registered?

R166 DGO is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R166 DGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 DGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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