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G401 VGS

1989 Nissan Sunny

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

83,350 mi
Last recorded83,350 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2012
Typical for 1989 Nissan Sunny82,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 VGS
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2012 83,350 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 80,371 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 80,371 miles

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

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 4 Nov 2010 78,402 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 78,402 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 95,687 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 72,541 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 72,541 miles

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 69,486 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 66,992 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 66,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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G401 VGS is a 1989 Nissan Sunny in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 G401 VGS, 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 G401 VGS registered?

G401 VGS is a 1989 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is G401 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G401 VGS shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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