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C125 VLP

1986 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,124 mi
Last recorded69,124 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1986 Nissan Silvia86,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC125 VLP
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 69,124 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 58,988 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

has a locked rear differencial

has a performance exhaust fitted

has had rear seatbelts and seats removed unable to inspect

Pass 19 Oct 2009 53,261 miles

Front number plate slight fade

O/s/r sill slsighty corrosion rear

Pass 8 Jul 2008 57,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

petrol flap filler slighty corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2008 57,564 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

petrol flap filler slighty corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2007 48,694 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 43,343 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

How Reliable is the Nissan Silvia?

Based on 11,923 MOT tests across 2,116 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
1,823
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 435
Brake pipe excessively corroded 225
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 205
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 183
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C125 VLP is a 1986 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 86,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Silvia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 435 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C125 VLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Silvia typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Nissan Silvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C125 VLP registered?

C125 VLP is a 1986 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 8 April 1986.

Is C125 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C125 VLP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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