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DAF 480V

1979 Nissan Cherry

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,208 mi
Last recorded62,208 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2006
Typical for 1979 Nissan Cherry52,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAF 480V
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2006 62,208 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 62,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front exhaust clamp loose

Pass 12 Sep 2005 62,097 miles

chassis and main floor structure getting corroded

n/s rear lower wing has temporary repair front bonnet has tempoary repair

Fail 15 Aug 2005 62,097 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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DAF 480V is a 1979 Nissan Cherry in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Nissan Cherry models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 52,676 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 DAF 480V, 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 47 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 DAF 480V registered?

DAF 480V is a 1979 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 3 December 1979.

Is DAF 480V safe to buy?

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