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P882 RCL

1997 Nissan D21

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

38,949 mi
Last recorded38,949 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP882 RCL
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 38,949 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 37,796 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 37,544 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 37,544 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 37,324 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 37,155 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 37,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 36,738 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 36,123 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 35,705 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 35,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,306 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 35,306 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 34,814 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 34,285 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 33,482 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2012 32,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 32,677 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 31,745 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 31,745 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 31,077 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 30,045 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 30,045 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2008 29,177 miles

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

front no plate fading

Fail 7 May 2008 29,177 miles

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

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

front no plate fading

Pass 1 May 2007 27,987 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2006 27,039 miles

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

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

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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P882 RCL is a 1997 Nissan D21 in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 P882 RCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P882 RCL registered?

P882 RCL is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P882 RCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P882 RCL shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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