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RE08 GKV

2008 Nissan Navara

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

166,191 mi
Last recorded166,191 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Navara88,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 GKV
MakeNissan
ModelNavara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 166,191 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 162,831 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drivers/passengers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 161,294 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 161,293 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Bull bar covering plate (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Bull bar covering plate (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety Leaking from lower oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2023 160,023 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 160,023 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 154,828 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 150,856 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

rear roll bar insecure

Fail 8 Apr 2021 150,856 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

rear roll bar insecure

Pass 9 Jul 2020 147,565 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 147,565 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 140,531 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 140,529 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play both front lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 130,117 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 127,392 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 123,321 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 118,152 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 118,152 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 113,487 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 109,340 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 100,191 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 77,323 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 77,323 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Nissan Navara?

Based on 1,323,173 MOT tests across 129,772 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
8,088
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
129,772
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,592
Registration plate lamp not working 21,149
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,951
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 17,402
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17,057
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RE08 GKV is a 2008 Nissan Navara in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Navara models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 88,615 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 Navara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE08 GKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Navara typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Navara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RE08 GKV registered?

RE08 GKV is a 2008 Nissan Navara, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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