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F873 OGM

1988 Nissan Sunny

Blue Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

130,018 mi
Last recorded130,018 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Nissan Sunny85,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF873 OGM
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 130,018 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 126,804 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 123,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 120,284 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 117,200 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 112,921 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 109,660 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 107,667 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 106,227 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 102,999 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 98,667 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 96,263 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 90,352 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2013 90,352 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 85,779 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 85,779 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 79,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 79,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 75,091 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 75,090 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 71,454 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 71,454 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 70,891 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 70,890 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 70,775 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 70,775 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 68,147 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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F873 OGM is a 1988 Nissan Sunny in Blue with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 85,590 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 F873 OGM, 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 38 years old, this Nissan Sunny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F873 OGM registered?

F873 OGM is a 1988 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 30 November 1988.

Is F873 OGM safe to buy?

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