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F47 OVT

1988 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,754 mi
Last recorded111,754 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Nissan Silvia93,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF47 OVT
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 111,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 108,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 108,329 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 108,291 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 104,256 miles

central rear view mirror not fitted

under seal coated

vehicle lowered and modified

Pass 21 Nov 2019 103,263 miles

Central Front Upper slight chip/ crack in screen

Central rear view mirror not fitted

vehicle lowered and modified

Pass 11 Jul 2018 101,803 miles

Hand brake has little reserve travel

Under body covered in under seal

Pass 31 May 2016 95,752 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing/sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 21 May 2009 95,746 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 95,659 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 May 2008 95,650 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 94,925 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 94,918 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 94,573 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 94,573 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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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F47 OVT is a 1988 Nissan Silvia in White with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 93,833 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 F47 OVT, 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 38 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 F47 OVT registered?

F47 OVT is a 1988 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F47 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F47 OVT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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