2021 Nissan Leaf Electric · CJ21 UOV
2021 Nissan Leaf (electric). First registered 30 Jul 2021. Recorded mileage 35,413 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN LEAF
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,413 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CJ21 UOV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2026
- 35,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
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CJ21 UOV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Nissan Leaf (CJ21 UOV) between August 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
CJ21 UOV Mileage History
- 30/08/202425,359 mi
- 19/08/202532,236 mi+6,877 mi
- 19/08/202532,236 mi
- 24/06/202635,413 mi+3,177 mi
Average of roughly 5,541 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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