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R59 TUX

1997 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,800 mi
Last recorded71,800 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 TUX
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 71,800 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 64,609 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 53,802 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 53,802 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 43,426 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 40,811 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 36,463 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 36,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 32,121 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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R59 TUX is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R59 TUX, 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.

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What year was R59 TUX registered?

R59 TUX is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R59 TUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 TUX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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