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C816 USC

1986 Nissan 300 C

Gold Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,869 mi
Last recorded21,869 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Nissan 300 C104,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC816 USC
MakeNissan
Model300 C
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 21,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 21,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 21,695 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 20,839 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR (5.3.4 (a) (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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C816 USC is a 1986 Nissan 300 C in Gold with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Nissan 300 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 104,128 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 C816 USC, 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 40 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 C816 USC registered?

C816 USC is a 1986 Nissan 300 C, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C816 USC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C816 USC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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