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SW08 FBJ

2008 Nissan Navara

Grey Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

99,964 mi
Last recorded99,964 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Nissan Navara88,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 FBJ
MakeNissan
ModelNavara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2018 99,964 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuelpipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced dangerous (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

due to the state of the chassis this vehicle should not be driven

Pass 1 Nov 2017 98,402 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 18 Oct 2016 95,820 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Duel purpose vehicle

general condition represents age of vehicle

Pass 9 Oct 2015 82,883 miles

exhaust has had silencer boxes removed and been re-routed

o/s/r light lens damaged

Fail 17 Aug 2015 82,457 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

clutch pipe corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2014 76,246 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 76,246 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2014 76,237 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 7 May 2013 71,157 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 71,151 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 9 May 2012 61,758 miles

front suspension coated in sealer

play at rear half shafts

rear fog light could be brighter

slight corrosion at o/s/r brake pipe

Fail 9 May 2012 61,748 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

front suspension coated in sealer

play at rear half shafts

slight corrosion at o/s/r brake pipe

Pass 24 May 2011 50,197 miles

fog light more pink than red,

front disc and pads worn

slight play on o/s/f ball joint

underside of vehicle coated with mud

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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SW08 FBJ is a 2008 Nissan Navara in Grey with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 SW08 FBJ, 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 SW08 FBJ registered?

SW08 FBJ is a 2008 Nissan Navara, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SW08 FBJ safe to buy?

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