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MGC 835V

1979 Nissan Cherry

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,219 mi
Last recorded69,219 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2006
Typical for 1979 Nissan Cherry52,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGC 835V
MakeNissan
ModelCherry
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2006 69,219 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 69,219 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 64,719 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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MGC 835V is a 1979 Nissan Cherry in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MGC 835V, 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

How do I check the history of MGC 835V?

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What year was MGC 835V registered?

MGC 835V is a 1979 Nissan Cherry, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is MGC 835V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGC 835V 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.

Does MGC 835V have outstanding finance?

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