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XVT 228X

1982 Nissan Cherry

Gold Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,949 mi
Last recorded37,949 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1982 Nissan Cherry37,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVT 228X
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 37,949 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 37,949 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 31,045 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 28,262 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 20,805 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 20,800 miles

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

rear tailgate struts inoperative.

rear wiper blade split.

Pass 2 Aug 2006 20,675 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 20,157 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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XVT 228X is a 1982 Nissan Cherry in Gold with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XVT 228X, 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 XVT 228X registered?

XVT 228X is a 1982 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 2 July 1982.

Is XVT 228X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVT 228X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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