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P284 VHT

1997 Nissan D21

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,012 mi
Last recorded67,012 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 VHT
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2012 67,012 miles

Brakes Tested in Icy Car Park

Minor Chips In Windscreen

Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Damp

Offside Outer Driveshaft GAitor Perishing

Slight Play In Both Front Wheel Bearings

Pass 15 Feb 2011 67,042 miles

Offside Rear Light Lens Cracked

Tested In Wet Conditions

Fail 15 Feb 2011 67,042 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Light Lens Cracked

Tested In Wet Conditions

Pass 15 Jan 2010 66,610 miles

EXhaust System Rusted

Slight Blow From Exhaust Flexi Joint

Tested In Wet Conditions

Pass 14 Jan 2009 59,852 miles

All Rear Shock Absorber Mount Bushes Perishing

Chips In Windscreen

Engine Oil Leaks

Exhaust System Rusting

Front Diff.Oil Leaks

Gearbox Oil Leaks

Transfer Box Oil Leaks

Pass 18 Jan 2008 55,633 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 55,544 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 55,544 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight gear box oil leack

both chasiss rusty

slight play both front wheel bearing

slight play off side front bottom ball joint

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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P284 VHT is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 107,022 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 P284 VHT, 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 29 years old, this Nissan D21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P284 VHT registered?

P284 VHT is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P284 VHT safe to buy?

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