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C604 BYH

1985 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

191,917 mi
Last recorded191,917 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 1985 Nissan Silvia91,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC604 BYH
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 191,917 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 191,910 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (1.1.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 190,014 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Underneath vehicle loose wires

Pass 28 Aug 2014 190,014 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Underneath vehicle loose wires

Fail 24 May 2014 189,995 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel pipes at the rear slightly corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2011 173,061 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 173,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering lock stop insecurely locked (2.2.D.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 172,932 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 172,398 miles

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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C604 BYH is a 1985 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1985 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 91,043 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 C604 BYH, 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 41 years old, this Nissan Silvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C604 BYH is a 1985 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 30 September 1985.

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