Nissan Patrol
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 17 years from 2,067 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
2,067
Best Year
1999 (94%)
Years Covered
17
About the Nissan Patrol
The Nissan Patrol has been tested 2,067 times in 2026 MOT data across 17 model years (1992 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1999 model is the most reliable with a 94% pass rate from 124 tests. The 1997 model has the lowest at 74%. With a 20 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Older NISSAN PATROLs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1992) averages 114,010 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 103,053 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Nissan Patrol by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 83% | 46 | 103,053 mi | |
| 2007 | 76% | 89 | 95,184 mi | |
| 2006 | 77% | 79 | 123,503 mi | |
| 2005 | 78% | 274 | 117,265 mi | |
| 2004 | 81% | 374 | 131,944 mi | |
| 2003 | 82% | 158 | 131,802 mi | |
| 2002 | 81% | 113 | 130,474 mi | |
| 2001 | 74% | 80 | 130,769 mi | |
| 2000 | 81% | 90 | 132,710 mi | |
| 1999 | 94% | 124 | 123,881 mi | |
| 1998 | 87% | 164 | 116,735 mi | |
| 1997 | 74% | 82 | 127,056 mi | |
| 1996 | 80% | 109 | 146,298 mi | |
| 1995 | 77% | 69 | 144,822 mi | |
| 1994 | 78% | 123 | 164,209 mi | |
| 1993 | 88% | 59 | 145,352 mi | |
| 1992 | 79% | 34 | 114,010 mi |
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