Nissan D22 (1999)
1999 Nissan D22
CarHunch analysed 269 real MOT records for the 1999 Nissan D22. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1999 Nissan D22's 70.5% first-time pass rate trails the UK average by nearly 10 percentage points, and nearly a third of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant red flag for any prospective buyer. Reliability is a genuine concern with this model; expect roughly 3.7 failures and 18 advisories per test, suggesting structural wear and deterioration across multiple systems.
At an average mileage of 109,639 km, these are well-used workhorses, but that alone doesn't explain the weak test performance—many 25-year-old trucks carry similar mileage without this failure rate. Before purchasing, have a trusted mechanic inspect the chassis, braking system, and suspension thoroughly, as these areas are likely where the failures cluster; a pre-buy inspection here is not optional.
What to check before buying a 1999 Nissan D22
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 31.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 266 | 70.5% | 3.72 |
| Petrol (1%) | 3 | 73.2% | 5.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Nissan D22 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Nissan D22 vehicles fall between 80,708 and 124,489 miles.
1999 Nissan D22 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (12% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1999 Nissan D22
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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44.4%
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
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42.7%
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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39.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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39%
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play
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38.1%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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35.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.7%
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated
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32.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1999. Counts include advisories and failures.
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