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G981 VMF

1989 Nissan Sunny

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,652 mi
Last recorded54,652 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Nissan Sunny82,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG981 VMF
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 54,652 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 54,652 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 54,492 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 54,081 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 53,338 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 53,338 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 53,004 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 51,693 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 50,901 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 49,687 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 48,860 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 48,108 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 46,914 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2013 46,120 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 46,120 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 44,970 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 44,970 miles

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 43,606 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 42,511 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 41,513 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 40,817 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 40,283 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)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 39,705 miles

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

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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G981 VMF is a 1989 Nissan Sunny in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 G981 VMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G981 VMF registered?

G981 VMF is a 1989 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 12 August 1989.

Is G981 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G981 VMF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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