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L551 TRL

1993 Nissan Sunny

Red Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,897 mi
Last recorded71,897 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1993 Nissan Sunny90,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL551 TRL
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 71,897 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 71,873 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2015 62,905 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 62,905 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2014 62,675 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 62,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,656 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 60,233 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 58,834 miles

slight play in steering rack mount (near side)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 57,388 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 55,878 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 54,039 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 52,531 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2006 52,531 miles

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

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

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

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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L551 TRL is a 1993 Nissan Sunny in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 90,157 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 L551 TRL, 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 33 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 L551 TRL registered?

L551 TRL is a 1993 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L551 TRL safe to buy?

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