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R516 JRP

1998 Nissan D21

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

85,809 mi
Last recorded85,809 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Nissan D21103,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 JRP
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Jan 2014 85,809 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 79,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 73,808 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on chassis

osr light lens damaged

Fail 7 Jul 2011 73,731 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on chassis

osr light lens damaged

Fail 26 May 2010 68,286 miles

general under vehicle corrosion

corrosion to rear crossmember

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advanced corrosion to entire chassis

Pass 26 May 2010 68,286 miles

advanced corrosion to entire chassis

corrosion to rear crossmember

general under vehicle corrosion

Fail 2 Jun 2009 61,798 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advanced general under vehicle corrosion to chassis members

Pass 2 Jun 2009 61,798 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advanced general under vehicle corrosion to chassis members

Fail 27 May 2008 55,799 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

advanced corrosion to complete chassis frame

some corrosion to all rear metal brake pipes

Pass 27 May 2008 55,799 miles

advanced corrosion to complete chassis frame

some corrosion to all rear metal brake pipes

Pass 25 May 2007 50,240 miles

wear in both rear suspension spring shackle bushes

Fail 23 May 2006 44,599 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2006 44,599 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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R516 JRP is a 1998 Nissan D21 in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R516 JRP, 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.

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What year was R516 JRP registered?

R516 JRP is a 1998 Nissan D21, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R516 JRP safe to buy?

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