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C22 JAP

1988 Nissan Sunny

White Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,796 mi
Last recorded76,796 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Nissan Sunny85,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC22 JAP
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 76,796 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 76,654 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced main beam (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 72,191 miles

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

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 65,957 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 65,957 miles

Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2022 84,030 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021

How Reliable is the Nissan Sunny?

Based on 362,425 MOT tests across 69,916 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
3,557
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
69,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64,404
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,314
constant velocity joint gaiter split 31,277
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,265
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 29,178
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C22 JAP is a 1988 Nissan Sunny in White with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 85,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Sunny fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64,404 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C22 JAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Sunny typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Nissan Sunny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C22 JAP registered?

C22 JAP is a 1988 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 6 April 1988.

Is C22 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C22 JAP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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