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S503 DBR

1998 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Nissan D21103,220 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS503 DBR
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 130,258 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES COVERED IN UNDERSEAL UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 124,696 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009
Pass 28 Jan 2008 113,300 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 113,299 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 107,304 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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S503 DBR is a 1998 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 103,220 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 S503 DBR, 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 28 years old, this Nissan D21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S503 DBR registered?

S503 DBR is a 1998 Nissan D21, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is S503 DBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S503 DBR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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