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Y35 SAM

2012 Nissan Navara

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,942 mi
Last recorded81,942 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Navara88,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY35 SAM
MakeNissan
ModelNavara
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 81,942 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 75,783 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 69,915 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 65,783 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 60,192 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2022 60,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 49,217 miles

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

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

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 44,570 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 38,618 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 32,475 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater insecure lens broken (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 23,730 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 19,218 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 14,172 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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Y35 SAM is a 2012 Nissan Navara in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Navara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 88,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y35 SAM, 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 14 years old, this Nissan Navara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y35 SAM registered?

Y35 SAM is a 2012 Nissan Navara, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is Y35 SAM safe to buy?

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