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N162 FRV

1996 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,683 mi
Last recorded171,683 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Nissan D21102,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN162 FRV
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2008 171,683 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 168,332 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 73,633 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 73,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2005 136,807 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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N162 FRV is a 1996 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N162 FRV, 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 N162 FRV registered?

N162 FRV is a 1996 Nissan D21, first registered on 7 March 1996.

Is N162 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N162 FRV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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