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OJT 375W

1981 Nissan Cherry

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

3,142 mi
Last recorded3,142 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1981 Nissan Cherry33,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJT 375W
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 3,142 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 3,123 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 3,121 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 3,095 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 2,988 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))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 2,958 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 12 Aug 2022 2,957 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 3 Jun 2021 2,720 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 2,385 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 2,086 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 1,566 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 1,196 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 877 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 866 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 4,446 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 267 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 99,658 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 99,198 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 98,037 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 98,037 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 96,649 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 95,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 94,175 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 94,163 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 93,353 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 92,521 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Cherry?

Based on 5,953 MOT tests across 1,201 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,013
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,157
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 368
constant velocity joint gaiter split 359
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 250
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 200
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OJT 375W is a 1981 Nissan Cherry in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1981 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 33,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Cherry fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OJT 375W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Cherry typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OJT 375W registered?

OJT 375W is a 1981 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 18 April 1981.

Is OJT 375W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OJT 375W shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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