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E789 BRB

1987 Nissan Silvia

Grey Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,815 mi
Last recorded153,815 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1987 Nissan Silvia88,123 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE789 BRB
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 153,815 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 153,544 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 153,106 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 152,436 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 151,791 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 150,889 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 149,936 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 149,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 148,341 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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E789 BRB is a 1987 Nissan Silvia in Grey with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 88,123 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 E789 BRB, 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 39 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 E789 BRB registered?

E789 BRB is a 1987 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 10 December 1987.

Is E789 BRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E789 BRB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E789 BRB have outstanding finance?

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