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SMC 952Y

1982 Nissan Cherry

White Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,707 mi
Last recorded29,707 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Nissan Cherry37,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMC 952Y
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2022 29,707 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 27,458 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 27,136 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 27,079 miles

N/S Front and O/S Fromt Wings are detached at lower part (rusted)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 May 2008 27,018 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 26,873 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 26,575 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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SMC 952Y is a 1982 Nissan Cherry in White with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 37,709 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 SMC 952Y, 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 44 years old, this Nissan Cherry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SMC 952Y?

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What year was SMC 952Y registered?

SMC 952Y is a 1982 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 13 December 1982.

Is SMC 952Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMC 952Y shows 7 tests 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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