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N385 FTW

1996 Nissan D21

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

185,265 mi
Last recorded185,265 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 1996 Nissan D21102,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN385 FTW
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 185,265 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Thoughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 177,157 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 177,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 170,089 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 170,082 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 165,572 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 157,343 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 150,654 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jul 2014 150,326 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 143,310 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 135,580 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 129,523 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 122,934 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 115,028 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 108,421 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn

minor marks to windscreen

o/s/r tyre worn on shoulders

slight movement to steering joints

Pass 3 Jul 2007 103,439 miles

O/s/front tyre has cracks to outer sidewall

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 98,518 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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N385 FTW is a 1996 Nissan D21 in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N385 FTW, 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.

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N385 FTW is a 1996 Nissan D21, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N385 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N385 FTW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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