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E996 KYX

1987 Nissan Silvia

Grey Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

127,025 mi
Last recorded127,025 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 1987 Nissan Silvia88,123 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE996 KYX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 127,025 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 126,988 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 126,949 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 126,868 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 126,792 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 126,709 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 126,239 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 125,212 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 125,168 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2011 124,145 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 124,057 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2010 122,530 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 122,521 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 120,243 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 118,704 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 115,949 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 111,482 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 111,481 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E996 KYX is a 1987 Nissan Silvia in Grey with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 E996 KYX, 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 E996 KYX registered?

E996 KYX is a 1987 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 9 November 1987.

Is E996 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E996 KYX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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