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SM02 SWJ

2002 Nissan Patrol

Green Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,497 mi
Last recorded98,497 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Nissan Patrol90,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM02 SWJ
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 98,497 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 97,667 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 97,665 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2024 96,032 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 92,401 miles

offside and nearside rear of outer sills corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2022 99,561 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 85,460 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 81,055 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 76,830 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 71,092 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 64,116 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 60,220 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 60,220 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 59,439 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 57,865 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 56,273 miles

NOTE-No rear seats fitted at time of test.

Fail 13 Jul 2011 54,734 miles

NOTE-Rear seats not fitted at time of test!

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 54,734 miles

NOTE-Rear seats not fitted at time of test!

Pass 8 Jun 2010 52,533 miles

NOTE- Rear seats not fitted at time of retest.

Fail 4 Jun 2010 52,529 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 50,426 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 48,402 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE CLOSE TO LIMIT & HAS WEAR ON INNER TREAD.

REAR SEAT-BELTS NOT CHECKED. SEATS FOLDED DOWN.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 45,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 35,792 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate starting to delaminate

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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SM02 SWJ is a 2002 Nissan Patrol in Green with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 90,618 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM02 SWJ, 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 24 years old, this Nissan Patrol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM02 SWJ?

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What year was SM02 SWJ registered?

SM02 SWJ is a 2002 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 20 May 2002.

Is SM02 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM02 SWJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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