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VF05 ACJ

2005 Nissan Pathfinder

Grey Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,208 mi
Last recorded151,208 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder98,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF05 ACJ
MakeNissan
ModelPathfinder
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 151,208 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 143,894 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 143,894 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed visible through small cut (metal cords) also below legal. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 131,590 miles

surface corrossion to chassis

Pass 30 May 2017 122,864 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 122,864 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 111,252 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 95,792 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 95,787 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Rear tyres close to limit(2.5mm aprox)

Pass 27 May 2014 82,806 miles

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

Handbrake lever has alot of travel

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 70,157 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2013 70,042 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 57,017 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,406 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 422,122 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 35,317 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2009 28,431 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,733 miles

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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VF05 ACJ is a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder in Grey with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Pathfinder models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 98,510 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 VF05 ACJ, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Pathfinder is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VF05 ACJ registered?

VF05 ACJ is a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is VF05 ACJ safe to buy?

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