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L197 UAE

1994 Nissan D21

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

162,702 mi
Last recorded162,702 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2011
Typical for 1994 Nissan D21115,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL197 UAE
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2011 162,702 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 162,677 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 152,182 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 152,188 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 150,923 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 149,442 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 149,424 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 147,648 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 146,097 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 146,097 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

How Reliable is the Nissan D21?

Based on 30,812 MOT tests across 4,480 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
3,741
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
4,480
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,698
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,667
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,597
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,335
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L197 UAE is a 1994 Nissan D21 in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 115,124 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan D21 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L197 UAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan D21 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 32 years old, this Nissan D21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L197 UAE registered?

L197 UAE is a 1994 Nissan D21, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is L197 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L197 UAE shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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