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WUX 260Y

1983 Nissan Patrol

Green Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,735 mi
Last recorded52,735 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 1983 Nissan Patrol71,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUX 260Y
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 52,735 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 51,630 miles

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Body mounting bushes deteriorated

Offside Body mounting bushes deteriorated

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf springs corroded but not excessive

Fail 6 Nov 2020 51,608 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Body mounting bushes deteriorated

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Body mounting bushes deteriorated

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a kink at the rear

How Reliable is the Nissan Patrol?

Based on 80,444 MOT tests across 7,979 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
5,185
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
7,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,649
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,823
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,270
position lamp(s) not working 2,183
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,961
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WUX 260Y is a 1983 Nissan Patrol in Green with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 71,085 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 Patrol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WUX 260Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Patrol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 43 years old, this Nissan Patrol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WUX 260Y?

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What year was WUX 260Y registered?

WUX 260Y is a 1983 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 19 May 1983.

Is WUX 260Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUX 260Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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