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RE61 FTJ

2011 Nissan Pathfinder

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,933 mi
Last recorded122,933 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Nissan Pathfinder81,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE61 FTJ
MakeNissan
ModelPathfinder
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 122,933 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight seepage from clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Some LEDs not working on tailgate stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 113,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front outer cv boot weeping grease - Inner

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Some led's inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 103,004 miles

Nearside Front outer cv boot weeping grease from clip not excessive

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light 1/4 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 103,004 miles

Nearside Front outer cv boot weeping grease from clip not excessive

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light 1/4 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 91,732 miles

Nearside Front outer cv boot weeping grease from clip not excessive

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light 1/4 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 91,730 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front outer cv boot weeping grease from clip not excessive

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light 1/4 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 78,223 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 78,223 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 65,520 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60 18H (5.2.3 (e))

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

door lock switch insecure, popped behind trim

Pass 12 Mar 2020 57,565 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 52,633 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Mounting in front of main box (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 47,033 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 39,831 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 31,655 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 25,475 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 19,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on 195,724 MOT tests across 11,958 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
7,848
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
11,958
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,402
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 4,219
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,979
Registration plate lamp not working 3,901
coil spring broken 2,949
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RE61 FTJ is a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Nissan Pathfinder models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 81,998 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Pathfinder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,402 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE61 FTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pathfinder typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Nissan Pathfinder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RE61 FTJ registered?

RE61 FTJ is a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder, first registered on 30 November 2011.

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