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R285 FPT

1997 Nissan Sunny

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,124 mi
Last recorded50,124 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Nissan Sunny77,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 FPT
MakeNissan
ModelSunny
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2006 50,124 miles

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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R285 FPT is a 1997 Nissan Sunny in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Sunny models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.9% with a typical mileage of 77,484 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 R285 FPT, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Sunny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R285 FPT registered?

R285 FPT is a 1997 Nissan Sunny, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R285 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R285 FPT shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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