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K160 VCC

1993 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,893 mi
Last recorded146,893 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Nissan Silvia118,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK160 VCC
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 146,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

vehicle is modified from standard

Pass 26 Apr 2025 146,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Pass 4 Mar 2024 145,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels ()

vehicle is modified from standard

Pass 30 Mar 2022 145,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

brakes, suspension. exhaust and body modified

tyres stretched on rims

Fail 30 Mar 2022 145,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

brakes, suspension. exhaust and body modified

tyres stretched on rims

Pass 20 Aug 2020 145,380 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 144,986 miles

Front Body component slightly loose Bumper / spoiler (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Also, tyres stretched onto wide rims ()

Suspension modified

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

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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K160 VCC is a 1993 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 118,334 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 K160 VCC, 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 33 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K160 VCC registered?

K160 VCC is a 1993 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 5 April 1993.

Is K160 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K160 VCC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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