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C690 OPM

1985 Nissan 300 C

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,642 mi
Last recorded57,642 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Nissan 300 C98,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC690 OPM
MakeNissan
Model300 C
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 57,642 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play nearside idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

park brake almost at full travel

Pass 1 Feb 2025 54,260 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 51,023 miles

Nearside steering idler slightly worn

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 51,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside steering idler slightly worn

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 48,241 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 44,104 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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C690 OPM is a 1985 Nissan 300 C in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C690 OPM, 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 C690 OPM registered?

C690 OPM is a 1985 Nissan 300 C, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C690 OPM safe to buy?

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