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VMY 266Y

1982 Nissan Cherry

Silver Petrol 987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,866 mi
Last recorded3,866 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1982 Nissan Cherry37,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMY 266Y
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine987cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 3,866 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Slight flat spot in rear tyres

Fail 10 May 2024 3,852 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Slight flat spot in rear tyres

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 3,750 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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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VMY 266Y is a 1982 Nissan Cherry in Silver with a 987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMY 266Y, 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

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What year was VMY 266Y registered?

VMY 266Y is a 1982 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is VMY 266Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMY 266Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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