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R822 ARL

1997 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,199 mi
Last recorded42,199 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR822 ARL
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2009 42,199 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 40,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 38,806 miles

chassis surface rust.

Pass 10 Jun 2006 37,075 miles

brake pipes have surface rust.

underside off vechile rusty.

Fail 20 Apr 2005 32,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

air bag warning lamp staying on

bumper insecure

Pass 20 Apr 2005

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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R822 ARL is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R822 ARL, 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 R822 ARL registered?

R822 ARL is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R822 ARL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R822 ARL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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