2009 Nissan Pathfinder 2.5L Diesel · PN09 RHU
2009 Nissan Pathfinder (2.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 122,610 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN PATHFINDER
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,610 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PN09 RHU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
- 122,610 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PN09 RHU MOT History
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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (PN09 RHU) between June 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
PN09 RHU Mileage History
- 20/06/2022112,808 mi
- 07/06/2023117,480 mi+4,672 mi
- 13/02/2026122,610 mi+5,130 mi
Average of roughly 2,683 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Nissan Nissan Pathfinder (R51)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Internal Oil Cooler Failure (SMOD)Serious
The internal transmission cooler inside the radiator can fail, mixing coolant and ATF (Strawberry Milkshake of Death). This usually destroys the automatic gearbox.
- Chassis Corrosion and Structural RustSerious
Sharing its chassis with the Navara, the Pathfinder is prone to severe internal rust that can compromise its structural integrity.
- Timing Chain StretchSerious
The 2.5 dCi engine uses a single-row timing chain that is prone to stretching, potentially leading to catastrophic engine failure.
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