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F966 VFX

1988 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,802 mi
Last recorded42,802 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Nissan Silvia93,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF966 VFX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 42,802 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 42,802 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 38,217 miles

frount and rear pads getting low

Pass 24 Jun 2006 33,162 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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F966 VFX is a 1988 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F966 VFX, 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 F966 VFX registered?

F966 VFX is a 1988 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 19 November 1988.

Is F966 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F966 VFX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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