Nissan D21
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 137 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
73%
Total Tests
137
Best Year
1997 (83%)
Years Covered
3
How reliable is the Nissan D21?
Nissan D21 by Year
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About the Nissan D21
The Nissan D21 has been tested 137 times in 2024 MOT data across 3 model years (1990 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1997 model is the most reliable with a 83% pass rate from 63 tests. The 1995 model has the lowest at 64%. With a 19 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 126,629 miles, while the newest (1997) averages 74,004 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Nissan brand average of 81%, the D21 is 8 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Nissan models.
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