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C817 PFG

1985 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,487 mi
Last recorded55,487 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1985 Nissan Silvia91,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC817 PFG
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 55,487 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 55,473 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 55,477 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 55,473 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 51,212 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 51,208 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 44,707 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 27 Jan 2011 44,704 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 38,285 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,902 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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C817 PFG is a 1985 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C817 PFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C817 PFG registered?

C817 PFG is a 1985 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 30 October 1985.

Is C817 PFG safe to buy?

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