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M189 SYC

1994 Nissan Sunny

Green Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,520 mi
Last recorded58,520 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Nissan Sunny87,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM189 SYC
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 58,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 58,520 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 55,108 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 49,680 miles

Front brake pads required 3-4000 miles approx

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside front outer cv boot leaking grease

Pass 23 Mar 2023 47,735 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 44,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 44,035 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 43,128 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 43,101 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 20 Mar 2019 42,974 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 21 Mar 2018 42,845 miles

Rear exhaust box in poor condition

Fail 21 Mar 2018 42,845 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 17 Mar 2017 42,640 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Mar 2016 42,330 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 41,964 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,600 miles

rear exhaust box corroded not blowing

Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,146 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 12 Mar 2012 40,890 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 40,540 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 40,214 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 40,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 39,726 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 39,726 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 39,281 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 38,789 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 38,789 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 38,490 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)

nail in tyre

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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M189 SYC is a 1994 Nissan Sunny in Green with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 87,247 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 M189 SYC, 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 32 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 M189 SYC registered?

M189 SYC is a 1994 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 20 August 1994.

Is M189 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M189 SYC shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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