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G449 ELB

1989 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

265,306 mi
Last recorded265,306 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Nissan Silvia99,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG449 ELB
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2026 265,306 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 265,041 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 263,412 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 262,136 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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G449 ELB is a 1989 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 99,335 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 G449 ELB, 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 37 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 G449 ELB registered?

G449 ELB is a 1989 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is G449 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G449 ELB shows 4 tests 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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