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C318 CHX

1985 Nissan 300 C

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,465 mi
Last recorded81,465 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1985 Nissan 300 C98,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC318 CHX
MakeNissan
Model300 C
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 81,465 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 80,197 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 76,444 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 73,015 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 68,869 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 68,684 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 63,608 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 63,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 59,382 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 59,038 miles

o\s\r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Apr 2006 58,383 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion blisters to both outer sills

How Reliable is the Nissan 300 C?

Based on 1,033 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
1,198
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 96
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27
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C318 CHX is a 1985 Nissan 300 C in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Nissan 300 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 98,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 300 C fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C318 CHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 300 C typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Nissan 300 C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C318 CHX registered?

C318 CHX is a 1985 Nissan 300 C, first registered on 12 November 1985.

Is C318 CHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C318 CHX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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