Nissan Sunny LX (1989)
1989 Nissan Sunny LX
CarHunch is tracking 115 1989 Nissan Sunny LX vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1989 Nissan Sunny LX has a 0% first-time pass rate across 115 vehicles tested—a complete failure rate that sits far below the UK average of 80%—meaning every single example examined failed its MOT on first attempt. No dangerous defects were recorded and advisories were minimal, so the failures aren't safety-critical, but they reflect the reality of 35-year-old cars: electrical gremlins, corrosion, worn suspension components, and exhaust issues are simply inevitable at this age.
These cars are now museum pieces rather than practical transport; if you're considering one, treat it as a restoration project rather than a reliable daily driver. Budget for comprehensive remedial work before any MOT attempt, and factor in specialist knowledge for a car that's been off the road or lightly used for years.
We have 115 1989 Nissan Sunny LX vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1989 Nissan Sunny LX
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.
Before you buy a Nissan Sunny LX
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 113 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (2%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
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