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R984 EFA

1997 Nissan D21

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

232,991 mi
Last recorded232,991 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR984 EFA
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2015 232,991 miles

Freeplay O/S/F droplink

Freeplay in upper ball joints (front)

Front brake pads low

SLight weep O/S/R shock

Surface corrosion - rear axle, metal brake pipes, brake compensator, sills, axles

Pass 12 Mar 2014 225,681 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

rust on o/s and n/s/ outer sills

small hole in n/s/ outer sill

Pass 2 Apr 2013 220,184 miles

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

Oil leak

all brake pipes corroded

rear shock mounts corroded

surface rust on all chassis

Pass 9 Jan 2012 213,446 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 211,574 miles

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)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 197,948 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 184,701 miles

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)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 173,375 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 173,375 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 162,822 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 155,642 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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R984 EFA is a 1997 Nissan D21 in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R984 EFA, 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 R984 EFA registered?

R984 EFA is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 30 September 1997.

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