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N138 EKL

1996 Nissan D21

Green Diesel 2669cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,562 mi
Last recorded190,562 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2010
Typical for 1996 Nissan D21102,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 EKL
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,669cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2010 190,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 190,562 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 176,548 miles

offside rear tyre slightly perished on outer side wall

Pass 5 Jun 2008 172,326 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 172,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 166,724 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 162,299 miles

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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N138 EKL is a 1996 Nissan D21 in Green with a 2,669cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 102,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N138 EKL, 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 30 years old, this Nissan D21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N138 EKL registered?

N138 EKL is a 1996 Nissan D21, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N138 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N138 EKL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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