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D85 VYJ

1987 Nissan Unknown

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,046 mi
Last recorded57,046 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD85 VYJ
MakeNissan
ModelUnknown
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 57,046 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension parts have surface rust

Pass 11 Jun 2022 56,573 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension components corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2022 56,565 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension components corroded

How Reliable is the Nissan Unknown?

Based on 9,535 MOT tests across 2,103 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,103
On UK Roads
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D85 VYJ is a 1987 Nissan Unknown in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The Nissan Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 39 years old, this Nissan Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D85 VYJ registered?

D85 VYJ is a 1987 Nissan Unknown, first registered on 3 March 1987.

Is D85 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D85 VYJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D85 VYJ have outstanding finance?

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