Nissan D21

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 137 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

73%

Total Tests

137

Model Years

1990 to 1997

Years Covered

About the Nissan D21

The Nissan D21 was MOT tested 137 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1990 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel and petrol versions.

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.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 2494cc)

£1,676

Road Tax

£375

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,456

Per month£205/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 1997 details

How reliable is the Nissan D21?

vs average of all models-9% (82% avg)

vs Nissan brand average-8% (81% avg)

Nissan D21 by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
1997	83%	63	74,004 mi
1995	64%	44	103,514 mi
1990	73%	30	126,629 mi

Questions about the Nissan D21

Is the Nissan D21 reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (1990 to 1997), the Nissan D21 averages a 73% MOT pass rate, from 137 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.