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E638 CGN

1998 Nissan Silvia

Cream Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

245,062 mi
Last recorded245,062 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Nissan Silvia117,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE638 CGN
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 245,062 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust in poor condition

under vehicle surface slight corrosion including rear inner sill s

Pass 1 Aug 2017 242,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 240,414 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Aug 2015 236,690 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 236,600 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 218,478 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

power steering rack leaking slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2010 20,364 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2010 20,364 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 181,320 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 484,296 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 172,234 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2007 172,234 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2005 153,210 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 153,197 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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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E638 CGN is a 1998 Nissan Silvia in Cream with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 117,210 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 E638 CGN, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E638 CGN registered?

E638 CGN is a 1998 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 11 November 1998.

Is E638 CGN safe to buy?

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