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R813 SEF

1997 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

153,285 mi
Last recorded153,285 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2006
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR813 SEF
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2006 153,285 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 153,281 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front All position lamps not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.A.2a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 139,177 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 139,177 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R813 SEF is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 R813 SEF, 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 R813 SEF registered?

R813 SEF is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R813 SEF safe to buy?

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