Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto (1982)
1982 Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto
CarHunch analysed 1,196 real MOT records for the 1982 Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
A 1982 Datsun Sunny with a 10% first-time pass rate is in serious trouble compared to the UK average of 80%—these cars are nearly nine times more likely to fail their MOT. The good news is that zero vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, suggesting the failures are fixable rather than catastrophic.
With a median mileage of 724,590 miles, these Sunnys have been driven hard and long, which explains why they're struggling to pass inspection; at this age and mileage, mechanical wear is simply unavoidable. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repairs before MOT day and treat the 50 CarHunch score as a warning that ownership will demand active maintenance and realistic expectations.
What to check before buying a 1982 Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1982 Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1982 Datsun Sunny 1500 Auto vehicles fall between 724,590 and 724,590 miles.
MOT History Averages
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