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F538 RAB

1988 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,210 mi
Last recorded69,210 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2005
Typical for 1988 Nissan Silvia93,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF538 RAB
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2005 69,210 miles

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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F538 RAB is a 1988 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F538 RAB, 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 F538 RAB registered?

F538 RAB is a 1988 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 25 October 1988.

Is F538 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F538 RAB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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