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Nissan D21 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Nissan D21. Check any D21 by registration number below.

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70.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.9%

vs Nissan Avg

6

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Nissan D21 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan D21 has an average MOT pass rate of 70.3%, which is 10.9 percentage points below the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your D21 on the road.

The most common reasons a Nissan D21 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your D21 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Nissan D21, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Nissan D21 performs at MOT across different model years.

1997

Based on 71 vehicles

76.1%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

10.5%

1996

Based on 35 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

1995

Based on 42 vehicles

54.8%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

46.7%

1990

Based on 37 vehicles

73.0%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.4%

1988

Based on 30 vehicles

60.0%Below Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

40.9%

0

Based on 187 vehicles

72.2%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan D21

The most common reasons a Nissan D21 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

28.6%
Nissan D21 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

5.6%

Nearside

5.6%

Front Offside Upper

2.8%

Other Nissan Models

Compare MOT reliability across Nissan models.

Nissan Skyline

92.4% pass rate

Nissan Patrol

74.5% pass rate

Nissan Vanette

41.8% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai (j10 )

93.3% pass rate

Nissan Serena

69.7% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai Tekna Dig-t Mhev

96.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Nissan D21

Nissan D21 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan D21 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan D21?
The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan D21 is 70.3% compared to the Nissan average of 81.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan D21?
The most common MOT failures on the Nissan D21 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (28.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Nissan D21 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 70.3%, the Nissan D21 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Nissan D21?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Nissan D21?
Typical mileage for the Nissan D21: 108,422 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used D21 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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