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P944 DLS

1997 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

127,930 mi
Last recorded127,930 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP944 DLS
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 127,930 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

detatchable body badly corroded

main chassis rust weakened

slight corrosion on n/s outer sill panel

Fail 9 Feb 2012 127,862 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

detatchable body badly corroded

main chassis rust weakened

slight corrosion on n/s outer sill panel

Pass 23 Feb 2011 122,518 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 116,497 miles

wear evident on o/s end of centre steering rod

Fail 17 Feb 2010 116,493 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

wear evident on o/s end of centre steering rod

Pass 12 Feb 2009 110,542 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 104,984 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 99,305 miles

wear on rear of rear spring bushes

Pass 17 Feb 2006 96,467 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 96,467 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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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P944 DLS is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P944 DLS, 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 P944 DLS registered?

P944 DLS is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P944 DLS safe to buy?

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