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WU03 ARF

2003 Nissan D22

Black Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,145 mi
Last recorded171,145 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Nissan D2286,085 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 ARF
MakeNissan
ModelD22
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 171,145 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside rear slightly lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust joint slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Surface corrosion rear chassis members / underside &c..

Pass 10 May 2022 171,145 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 171,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 171,145 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes to limiting valve (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

General under body corrosion

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

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

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2018 171,145 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Steering linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes to limiting valve (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

General under body corrosion

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Metal threaded bar hanging below vehicle

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 168,351 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 142,374 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 129,179 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 120,998 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 120,998 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 109,344 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 97,277 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 97,277 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 84,135 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 75,205 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 75,153 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 55,523 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 46,970 miles

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

How Reliable is the Nissan D22?

Based on 72,056 MOT tests across 5,277 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
6,532
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,277
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,884
brake binding 2,819
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,483
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,914
Registration plate lamp not working 1,857
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WU03 ARF is a 2003 Nissan D22 in Black with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Nissan D22 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 86,085 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan D22 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,884 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU03 ARF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan D22 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Nissan D22 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU03 ARF registered?

WU03 ARF is a 2003 Nissan D22, first registered on 10 July 2003.

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