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C142 GTG

1985 Nissan Cherry

Gold Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,280 mi
Last recorded57,280 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Nissan Cherry63,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 GTG
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2008 57,280 miles

Centre Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 56,969 miles

1,Surface corrosion at both rear shock absorber top mounting areas.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 56,559 miles

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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C142 GTG is a 1985 Nissan Cherry in Gold with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 63,610 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 C142 GTG, 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 41 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C142 GTG registered?

C142 GTG is a 1985 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 19 November 1985.

Is C142 GTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 GTG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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