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R198 EDT

1998 Nissan D21

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,300 mi
Last recorded119,300 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Nissan D21103,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 EDT
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2011 119,300 miles

nearside steering idler has play

offside front wheel bearing has slight play

the under body has corrosion but none of it within prescribed areas

Fail 11 Oct 2011 999,999 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 999,999 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 104,448 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 100,145 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 95,658 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 87,955 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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R198 EDT is a 1998 Nissan D21 in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 103,220 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 R198 EDT, 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 28 years old, this Nissan D21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R198 EDT?

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What year was R198 EDT registered?

R198 EDT is a 1998 Nissan D21, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R198 EDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R198 EDT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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