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S86 MLP

1998 Nissan Pickup

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,549 mi
Last recorded86,549 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Nissan Pickup95,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 MLP
MakeNissan
ModelPickup
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 86,549 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cab (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 84,887 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all at compensator valve/to axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 84,887 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all at compensator valve/to axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 82,770 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush All spring bushings deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion throughout chassis and body

Pass 26 Jul 2022 80,715 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 80,711 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 78,130 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 76,079 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,449 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 74,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 73,877 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2016 73,674 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2015 72,829 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 72,081 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 72,081 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 71,661 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 71,260 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 70,131 miles

Nail in n/s/r tyre tread

Pass 12 Jun 2010 69,130 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 68,830 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

all brake pipes on rear load valve slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2008 68,447 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 68,187 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 67,913 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pickup?

Based on 139,472 MOT tests across 10,648 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
6,395
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,683
brake binding 6,967
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,217
Exhaust system not adequately supported 3,701
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S86 MLP is a 1998 Nissan Pickup in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Pickup models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 95,345 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,683 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S86 MLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pickup typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Pickup is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S86 MLP registered?

S86 MLP is a 1998 Nissan Pickup, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S86 MLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S86 MLP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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