2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER2.5L Diesel

This Nissan Pathfinder’s most recent MOT test on 2022-11-10 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the immediate preceding test on 2022-11-08—just two days earlier—was a failure without recorded defects. This anomaly suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a last-minute correction, as no defects were logged in either test. The 2021-11-11 pass, with 12,310 miles between tests, indicates no recurring failures in the preceding year. While the lack of defects in the latest pass is reassuring, the abrupt failure followed by a swift pass warrants scrutiny of whether any underlying issues were overlooked or hastily addressed. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 115,628 miles over 17 years aligns with typical usage patterns for its age, averaging around 6,800 miles annually. There are no significant gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, though the 2022 tests occurred within days of each other, which is unusual and may indicate either a rushed inspection or a temporary administrative error. The consistency in mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme wear, but the lack of intermediate MOTs or service records means critical maintenance—such as suspension servicing, brake fluid changes, or drivetrain inspections—cannot be confirmed. Given the sparse MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear axle and bushes, as binding brakes were flagged in prior tests (though not recorded here). The absence of defects does not preclude wear in coil springs, shock absorbers, or steering linkages, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. Brake discs and calipers should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, especially if the vehicle has seen wet or salted roads. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches and subframes, should also be checked for corrosion, as this model is susceptible to rust in high-mileage examples. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions should be inspected for leaks or excessive smoke, as catalytic converters can degrade over time.