2006 Nissan Pathfinder 2.5L Diesel · FL56 JTY

The Nissan Pathfinder presents a currently roadworthy status following its most recent test on 31 August 2023 at 149,308 miles, where it passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend across the supplied history is stable, showing no recurring advisories or mechanical faults. However, the record reveals a pattern of same-week failures and passes in both 2022 and 2023 that demands scrutiny rather than reassurance. Annual mileage averages around 7,465 against the vehicle's 2006 build, a typical figure for a 20-year-old 4x4. The odometer moved from 136,813 miles in August 2021 to 142,177 at the August 2022 failure, then 142,179 two days later, and sat at 149,308 for both the August 2023 fail and pass. The near-identical mileages across failure and pass dates indicate the vehicle was presented, rejected, then re-tested almost immediately without meaningful use. Sparse data limits deep wear analysis, yet the clean sheets suggest no flagged suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion at the points tested. A buyer should physically verify why the tester rejected the vehicle on 18 August 2022 and 30 August 2023 when no defects appear on the record. DVSA systems sometimes omit advisory detail, so inspect front coil springs, steering joints, and subframe integrity for hidden rust. Check the rear chassis legs and suspension mounts, common Pathfinder rot points, given the age and lack of documented structural checks. Given the last test is nearly three years old as of July 2026, the MOT has lapsed. Any sale now requires a fresh test. Confirm the engine, drivetrain, and emissions meet current standards before purchase, as the 2023 pass reflects only that date's condition.