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R437 EDM

1997 Nissan D21

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,737 mi
Last recorded40,737 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR437 EDM
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 40,737 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

center prop shaft bearing has slight play

general under body corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2024 40,737 miles

general underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 40,737 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 40,737 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 40,737 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 40,737 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe burst leaking fluid (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2017 40,731 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 40,737 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 40,757 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 40,737 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 40,737 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 40,737 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 40,312 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 39,468 miles

o/s/f brake shows a slight bind

Pass 6 Mar 2008 38,819 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 37,926 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 35,946 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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R437 EDM is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R437 EDM, 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 R437 EDM registered?

R437 EDM is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R437 EDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R437 EDM 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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