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SG12 VYJ

2012 Nissan Pathfinder

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,406 mi
Last recorded137,406 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Pathfinder76,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 VYJ
MakeNissan
ModelPathfinder
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 137,406 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 132,141 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 132,111 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 118,872 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 104,089 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 78,312 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 70,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 61,248 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 53,658 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 38,532 miles

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

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

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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SG12 VYJ is a 2012 Nissan Pathfinder in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Pathfinder models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 76,007 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 SG12 VYJ, 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 14 years old, this Nissan Pathfinder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG12 VYJ?

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What year was SG12 VYJ registered?

SG12 VYJ is a 2012 Nissan Pathfinder, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is SG12 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 VYJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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