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C229 HGT

1985 Nissan Cherry

Red Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,135 mi
Last recorded180,135 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1985 Nissan Cherry63,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC229 HGT
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 180,135 miles

Nearside Front Wheel Bearing Slightly Worn

Fail 26 Mar 2009 180,098 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Wheel Bearing Slightly Worn

Pass 20 Mar 2008 177,860 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2008 177,729 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 174,473 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 174,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 171,125 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 171,109 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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C229 HGT is a 1985 Nissan Cherry in Red with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C229 HGT, 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 C229 HGT registered?

C229 HGT is a 1985 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 6 December 1985.

Is C229 HGT safe to buy?

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