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S214 DFC

1998 Isuzu Nkr

White Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

141,668 mi
Last recorded141,668 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Isuzu Nkr130,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS214 DFC
MakeIsuzu
ModelNkr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 141,668 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 141,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 140,611 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 139,283 miles

battery tray corroded

Fail 28 Jan 2016 139,283 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

battery tray corroded

Fail 12 Jan 2015 137,756 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 137,756 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 135,697 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 8 Jan 2014 135,695 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2013 133,161 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 133,159 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 129,201 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 129,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 125,052 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 125,048 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 125,048 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 121,805 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 121,803 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2009 120,105 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 119,314 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 117,884 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Isuzu Nkr?

Based on 12,716 MOT tests across 902 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,677
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
902
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 390
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 373
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 344
Brake pipe excessively corroded 335
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S214 DFC is a 1998 Isuzu Nkr in White with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Isuzu Nkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 130,545 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 Isuzu Nkr fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S214 DFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Isuzu Nkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Isuzu Nkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S214 DFC registered?

S214 DFC is a 1998 Isuzu Nkr, first registered on 28 September 1998.

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