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F540 WEL

1989 Nissan Sunny

Red Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,227 mi
Last recorded153,227 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Nissan Sunny82,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF540 WEL
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 153,227 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 152,724 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 152,317 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 151,921 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 151,334 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 147,572 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both front Brake binding slightly

various signs of corrosion to vehicle underside (and body)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 144,835 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 141,040 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 137,354 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 134,440 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 133,040 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 130,893 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 128,671 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Sunny?

Based on 362,425 MOT tests across 69,916 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
3,557
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
69,916
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64,404
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,314
constant velocity joint gaiter split 31,277
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,265
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 29,178
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F540 WEL is a 1989 Nissan Sunny in Red with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 82,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Sunny fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64,404 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F540 WEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Sunny typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Nissan Sunny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F540 WEL registered?

F540 WEL is a 1989 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 28 February 1989.

Is F540 WEL safe to buy?

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