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C961 UGU

1986 Nissan Cherry

Blue Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

126,548 mi
Last recorded126,548 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 1986 Nissan Cherry66,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC961 UGU
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 126,548 miles

Both inner and outer body sills corroded

Chassis rails corroded centre

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear body valance corroded

Fail 2 Dec 2020 126,548 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Both inner and outer body sills corroded

Chassis rails corroded centre

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear body valance corroded

Pass 29 May 2019 126,334 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes on radius arms (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 May 2019 126,333 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes on radius arms (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2018 126,054 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 8 May 2018 126,054 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 17 May 2017 125,379 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 125,374 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 124,622 miles

sills have been welded and undersilled

Pass 19 May 2015 122,936 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 122,936 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 120,575 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 119,013 miles

both outer sills have been welded and under silled

Pass 17 May 2012 117,475 miles

has had welding and been under silled

Pass 7 Jun 2011 115,849 miles

has been welded and undersilled

offside front tyre and nearside rear tyre poor condition

Pass 5 Jun 2010 113,967 miles

has been welded and coved in under sill

Fail 18 May 2010 113,967 miles

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

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 111,946 miles

outer sills corroding

Fail 19 May 2009 111,946 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

outer sills corroding

Pass 20 May 2008 109,210 miles

both inner sills corroding

offside rear wheel arche corroding

Pass 1 Jun 2007 103,501 miles

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

has had welding

Pass 31 May 2006 95,171 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 95,171 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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C961 UGU is a 1986 Nissan Cherry in Blue with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1986 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 66,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C961 UGU, 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 40 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C961 UGU registered?

C961 UGU is a 1986 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C961 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C961 UGU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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