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Nissan Sunny

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,597 cc

L118 CBCMOT history

L118 CBC is a blue petrol Nissan Sunny first used on 22 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2024
Mileage
121,588 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L118 CBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Sunny
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L118 CBC was last recorded at 121,588 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,137 miles · 29 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
451 miles
Average per year
3,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,588 miles
  • 2021 – 119,659 miles
  • 2019 – 117,844 miles
  • 2018 – 117,481 miles
  • 2017 – 116,548 miles
  • 2016 – 114,214 miles
  • 2015 – 112,455 miles
  • 2013 – 108,522 miles
  • 2012 – 103,985 miles
  • 2011 – 99,359 miles
  • 2010 – 94,256 miles
  • 2009 – 88,074 miles
  • 2008 – 82,465 miles
  • 2007 – 76,282 miles
  • 2006 – 66,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,588 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    371851135880
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,588 miles (+451)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    341911870895
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,137 miles (+1,478)16 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,137 miles
    Test number
    650301199352
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass119,659 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,659 miles
    Test number
    719387118319
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner driveshaft cv joint noisy
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail119,659 miles (+1,815)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,659 miles
    Test number
    464888724962
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass117,844 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,844 miles
    Test number
    818253627257
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail117,844 miles (+363)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,844 miles
    Test number
    526429832690
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass117,481 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,481 miles
    Test number
    323066036391
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheels slight bind on brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subframe (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Fail117,481 miles (+933)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,481 miles
    Test number
    750106741197
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheels slight bind on brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subframe (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass116,548 miles (+2,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,548 miles
    Test number
    895085267291
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s top mount prescribed area slightly corroded

  11. Pass114,214 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,214 miles
    Test number
    508178788185
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel neck pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear strut mounts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight bind on front brakes

  12. Fail114,170 miles (+1,715)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,170 miles
    Test number
    727680377438
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn slightly on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel neck corroded
    • AdvisoryRear stut top mounts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight bind on front brakes

  13. Pass112,455 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,455 miles
    Test number
    608278865099
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail112,425 miles (+3,903)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,425 miles
    Test number
    839594755038
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass108,522 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,522 miles
    Test number
    768534393237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  16. Fail108,522 miles (+4,537)1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,522 miles
    Test number
    848784493221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  17. Pass103,985 miles (+37)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    103,985 miles
    Test number
    366740712385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel filler pipes corroded

  18. Fail103,948 miles (+4,589)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,948 miles
    Test number
    696217702343
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel filler pipes corroded

  19. Pass99,359 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,359 miles
    Test number
    688346301322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail99,340 miles (+5,084)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,340 miles
    Test number
    376565501316
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish

  21. Pass94,256 miles (+30)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,256 miles
    Test number
    782889400358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil cooler pipes for auto box leaking slightly

  22. Fail94,226 miles (+25)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,226 miles
    Test number
    720567200342
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil cooler pipes for auto box leaking slightly

  23. Fail94,201 miles (+6,127)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,201 miles
    Test number
    614906300397
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass88,074 miles (+5,609)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    88,074 miles
    Test number
    493024009379
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust covers torn

  25. Pass82,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    82,465 miles
    Test number
    541413288273
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail82,465 miles (+6,183)6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,465 miles
    Test number
    901463788224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass76,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,282 miles
    Test number
    172106777288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,282 miles (+3,552)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,282 miles
    Test number
    352016877292
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass72,730 miles (+5,938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    72,730 miles
    Test number
    932063357024
    • NoteN/S front to rear brake pipe corroded (could not confirm)

  30. Pass66,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    203792656037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L118 CBC

Does L118 CBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L118 CBC expired on 15 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L118 CBC?
The MOT on L118 CBC expired on 15 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L118 CBC done?
L118 CBC was recorded at 121,588 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 3,135 miles a year.
Has L118 CBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L118 CBC has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L118 CBC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L118 CBC find?
L118 CBC passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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