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A720 PNO

1983 Nissan Cherry

Black Petrol 1488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

136,908 mi
Last recorded136,908 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Nissan Cherry47,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA720 PNO
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 136,908 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 136,535 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 136,235 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 132,203 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

spare wheel well corroded and holed

Fail 21 Aug 2014 132,189 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

spare wheel well corroded and holed

Pass 12 Apr 2013 130,310 miles

tyres worn

Pass 17 Mar 2012 126,579 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 125,195 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 20 May 2010 124,614 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 124,529 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 124,527 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Front brake discs in poor condition.

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Nissan Cherry?

Based on 5,953 MOT tests across 1,201 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,013
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,157
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 368
constant velocity joint gaiter split 359
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 250
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 200
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A720 PNO is a 1983 Nissan Cherry in Black with a 1,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 47,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Cherry fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A720 PNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Cherry typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A720 PNO registered?

A720 PNO is a 1983 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 3 November 1983.

Is A720 PNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A720 PNO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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