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YX53 MKU

2003 Nissan D21

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,346 mi
Last recorded145,346 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Nissan D2192,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 MKU
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 145,346 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

under body corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2019 145,344 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

under body corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2018 139,042 miles

Body has slight corrosion Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion Underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 127,753 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 112,807 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake flex (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 107,834 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 102,631 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 97,080 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 96,932 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 90,921 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 90,901 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 May 2011 84,571 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 79,283 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 79,283 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 67,032 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 48,912 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,740 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 35,869 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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YX53 MKU is a 2003 Nissan D21 in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YX53 MKU, 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.

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What year was YX53 MKU registered?

YX53 MKU is a 2003 Nissan D21, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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