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S761 GBW

1998 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,651 mi
Last recorded61,651 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan D21103,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS761 GBW
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 61,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 61,197 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 61,197 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 61,548 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 61,547 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components airbag fouling road wheel (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components airbag fouling road wheel (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 60,001 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 60,001 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected battery connections (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 58,230 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 58,158 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 54,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 53,914 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 53,914 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 53,194 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 53,193 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 52,492 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 52,492 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 51,883 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 50,511 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 49,603 miles

exhaust detoriated

front steering and suspension components corroded

front steering system has slight play

leaf springs worn and corroded

underbody has corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,631 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 45,623 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 45,623 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 43,279 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 39,878 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 39,878 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2007 35,424 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 35,424 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 33,100 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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S761 GBW is a 1998 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 S761 GBW, 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 S761 GBW registered?

S761 GBW is a 1998 Nissan D21, first registered on 27 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S761 GBW shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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