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R421 YVG

1997 Nissan D21

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,068 mi
Last recorded148,068 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Nissan D21107,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 YVG
MakeNissan
ModelD21
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 148,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 127,000 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 126,957 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 114,888 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 104,496 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 104,292 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 93,524 miles

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

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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R421 YVG is a 1997 Nissan D21 in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Nissan D21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 107,022 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 R421 YVG, 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 29 years old, this Nissan D21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R421 YVG registered?

R421 YVG is a 1997 Nissan D21, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R421 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 YVG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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