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AGU 395Y

1983 Nissan Cherry

Silver Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,098 mi
Last recorded48,098 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 1983 Nissan Cherry47,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGU 395Y
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 48,098 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2017 35,955 miles

both front flexible brake hoses perished but not to excess

Fail 30 Dec 2016 35,955 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill marked in chalk (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill marked in chalk (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front brake stiff to rotate

Nearside Front washer jet inoperative

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

both front flexible brake hoses perished but not to excess

Fail 19 Oct 2015 35,947 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength sill b post (5.2.6)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirrors both sides (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 35,913 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all Tyres perished

Pass 9 Oct 2013 35,578 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 35,546 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 34,648 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both mirror outer casings damaged

Pass 13 Jul 2011 34,078 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 34,078 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 33,902 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 33,869 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 33,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Battery insecure

Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,428 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 28,997 miles

damage to off side rear lens

front number plate damaged

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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AGU 395Y is a 1983 Nissan Cherry in Silver with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AGU 395Y, 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.

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What year was AGU 395Y registered?

AGU 395Y is a 1983 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 22 March 1983.

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