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C166 VLM

1986 Nissan Cherry

Red Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

387,900 mi
Last recorded387,900 miles
Recorded on24 May 2014
Typical for 1986 Nissan Cherry66,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC166 VLM
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2014 387,900 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 387,900 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2013 34,027 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 296,003 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 29,391 miles

Nearside & Offside front bumper damaged.

Nearside & Offside rear tyres show sign deteriorated..

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 29,128 miles

N/S/F Bumper insecure.N/S/R Tyre shows signs of age deterioration.

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 28,818 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 28,813 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front bumper insecure

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

Pass 1 May 2008 28,523 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 28,141 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 27,720 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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C166 VLM is a 1986 Nissan Cherry in Red with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 66,682 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 C166 VLM, 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 40 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C166 VLM is a 1986 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 12 March 1986.

Is C166 VLM safe to buy?

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