1992 Nissan Sunny 1.6L Petrol · J502 ATW

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a recurring pattern of reactive repairs regarding braking and suspension components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 50,808 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure just one day prior. This failure identified imbalanced rear brakes across the axle and a leaking nearside rear shock absorber. The trend suggests that while the car is kept in motion, mechanical faults are only addressed when they trigger an MOT failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 34-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,500 miles per year. There is a significant five-year gap in testing data between April 2017 and October 2022, during which the car covered only 1,784 miles. Since that period, usage has increased slightly, covering roughly 2,800 miles per annum. This low-frequency use increases the risk of age-related degradation, such as perished rubber components and fluid stagnation, evidenced by the cracked offside rear tyre noted in the most recent inspection. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as it has been a persistent issue since at least 2022. The record shows fluctuating front brakes and imbalanced rear brakes or adjustment requirements across multiple tests, indicating potentially sticking calipers or worn drums that require attention. The nearside rear shock absorber is currently misting oil, which should be monitored for further leakage, and the perished offside rear tyre requires immediate checking for dry rot. The front drive shaft CV boots, which previously failed in 2023, should be inspected for current tears or grease leakage that could lead to joint failure. Given the age of the Nissan Sunny and the low mileage, structural integrity is a primary concern. Although the most recent MOT records do not explicitly flag significant corrosion, low-mile vehicles of this era are prone to hidden rust in sills, floor pans, and suspension mounting points. Physical verification of the chassis is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered its age despite the low odometer reading.