2004 Nissan Navara 2.5L Diesel · NH04 FPU

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a clear downward trend in structural integrity. While the Nissan passed its most recent test in May 2023 at 133,365 miles, this followed a significant failure just one week prior. The tester flagged the offside rear chassis and offside rear suspension component mounting as having excessive corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength. Although these critical faults were rectified to achieve the subsequent pass, the presence of deep corrosion near body mountings suggests the vehicle is reaching the end of its structurally sound life. At approximately 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 133,365 miles represents an average of roughly 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with a light-use work vehicle. However, the record shows a lapse in maintenance between 2021 and 2023 where the vehicle moved from a clean test to multiple major mechanical failures. The 2022 test at 130,994 miles already noted underside corrosion and a minor exhaust leak, indicating that the structural degradation was an ongoing process that eventually culminated in the major failure in 2023. Mechanical history reveals recurring issues with preventative components and wear items. The tester repeatedly identified corrosion on the brake hose ferrules across 2023 tests, which indicates a high-salt environment or neglected rubber components. The front anti-roll bar linkages and the offside front drive shaft CV boot showed signs of significant wear and deterioration, suggesting the suspension and drivetrain components require close monitoring. Given that the last recorded MOT was over three years ago, a buyer must verify the current state of the chassis and brake lines, as the previously noted corrosion likely progressed rapidly since the 2023 inspection.