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C389 VGX

1986 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,843 mi
Last recorded73,843 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2007
Typical for 1986 Nissan Silvia86,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC389 VGX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2007 73,843 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 73,814 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 73,722 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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C389 VGX is a 1986 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C389 VGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C389 VGX?

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What year was C389 VGX registered?

C389 VGX is a 1986 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 19 June 1986.

Is C389 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C389 VGX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C389 VGX have outstanding finance?

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