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2004 Nissan Terrano 2.7L Diesel · LJ04 ALU

LJ04 ALU

2004 Nissan Terrano (2.7L, diesel). First registered 05 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 84,566 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024.

Make & Model
NISSAN TERRANO
Year / Origin
2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 12 Jan 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
84,566 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 12 Jan 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
2664cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend based on the available data, though its current roadworthiness is unverified as the last recorded test occurred over three years ago. The most recent entry on 13 January 2023 at 84,566 miles resulted in a pass, following an immediate failure on the same day with no defects listed. This suggests a clerical error or a very minor rectification performed on-site. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty-two-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,844 miles per year. The record shows a significant gap in testing between February 2019 and January 2022, during which the odometer moved only 1,961 miles from 77,819 to 79,780. This pattern indicates the car spent long periods stationary, which often leads to perished rubber components and seized mechanical parts. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection for chassis corrosion and structural rust, as these are common failure points for this model and are not captured in a clean MOT history if the car was not driven. The long intervals of inactivity increase the risk of seized brake calipers, degraded suspension bushes, and perished tyre sidewalls. Check for oil leaks and the condition of the cooling system, as seals often shrink and leak when a vehicle sits idle. The absence of any advisories across multiple years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests either a very sheltered life or a lack of rigorous scrutiny during the tests. Verify the current state of all fluids and belts before operation.

LJ04 ALU Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2023
  • 84,566 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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LJ04 ALU Mileage History

  1. 13/01/202279,780 mi
  2. 13/01/202384,566 mi+4,786 mi
  3. 13/01/202384,566 mi

Average of roughly 4,788 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

LJ04 ALU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Nissan Terrano (LJ04 ALU) between January 2022 and January 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 January 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
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ADVISORY