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RX53 AXO

2003 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

130,708 mi
Last recorded130,708 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan D2192,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 AXO
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 130,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust system slight corroded

under carrige suspension system corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2023 130,290 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

brake pipes are slightly corroded

exhaust system is slightly deteriorated/corroded

prop shaft centre bush is slightly deteriorated

slight smear from the front wiper blades

undercarriage/suspension system corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2021 130,280 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 130,188 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 130,188 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 129,498 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 129,498 miles

Front Vehicle Identification Number not legible (0.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 129,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 129,121 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 128,318 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 128,318 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 127,461 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 127,461 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 127,161 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 127,161 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 121,190 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 121,190 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 112,043 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 112,043 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 100,199 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 93,470 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 78,716 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 63,280 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 54,954 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 36,292 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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RX53 AXO is a 2003 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2003 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 92,137 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 RX53 AXO, 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 23 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 RX53 AXO registered?

RX53 AXO is a 2003 Nissan D21, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RX53 AXO safe to buy?

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