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Nissan Patrol

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,826 cc

S778 VUJMOT history

S778 VUJ is a red diesel Nissan Patrol first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 111,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
111,327 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 VUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Patrol
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,826 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 VUJ was last recorded at 111,327 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,319 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,327 miles
  • 2024 – 108,186 miles
  • 2022 – 102,930 miles
  • 2021 – 98,488 miles
  • 2019 – 92,826 miles
  • 2018 – 88,670 miles
  • 2017 – 82,713 miles
  • 2016 – 69,014 miles
  • 2009 – 68,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,327 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes/Brake hose ferrules/ fuel pipes are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure has corrosion bluid up on the UnderbodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear chassis corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Handbrake travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer suspension sphere corroded and pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,327 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    545576132417
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes/Brake hose ferrules/ fuel pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has corrosion bluid up on the Underbody

  2. Fail111,319 miles (+168)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,319 miles
    Test number
    111963226940
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes/Brake hose ferrules/ fuel pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has corrosion bluid up on the Underbody

  3. Fail111,151 miles (+2,965)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,151 miles
    Test number
    995883916952
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup / chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring cup / chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner arch areas corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryRear axle /chassis corroded

  4. Pass108,186 miles (+5,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,186 miles
    Test number
    109955017168
    • AdvisoryFront and rear inner wheel arch areas corroded not testable areas
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipe unions corroded
    • AdvisoryFront chassis spring mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  5. Pass102,930 miles (+4,442)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,930 miles
    Test number
    832892516246
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis spring mounts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront body mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  6. Pass98,488 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,488 miles
    Test number
    914437266501
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  7. Fail98,484 miles (+5,658)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,484 miles
    Test number
    929581459114
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  8. Pass92,826 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    668528666612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember /body mount areas corroded

  9. Fail92,819 miles (+4,149)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,819 miles
    Test number
    906207786016
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play forward (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember/body mount areas corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  10. Pass88,670 miles (+5,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,670 miles
    Test number
    320219012358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass82,713 miles (+454)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,713 miles
    Test number
    233735944413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer suspension sphere corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis body/ cross member corroded and holed (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer suspension sphere corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre side wall cut
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

  12. Fail82,259 miles (+13,245)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,259 miles
    Test number
    589256604841
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play forward (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer suspension sphere corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis body/ cross member corroded and holed (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer suspension sphere corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre side wall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

  13. Pass69,014 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,014 miles
    Test number
    775131512048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,784 miles9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,784 miles
    Test number
    380713729240
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Questions about S778 VUJ

Does S778 VUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S778 VUJ expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S778 VUJ?
The MOT on S778 VUJ expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S778 VUJ done?
S778 VUJ was recorded at 111,327 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 2,710 miles a year.
Has S778 VUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 VUJ has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S778 VUJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S778 VUJ find?
S778 VUJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipes/brake hose ferrules/ fuel pipes are corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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