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K488 HRM

1993 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,736 mi
Last recorded174,736 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Nissan Silvia118,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK488 HRM
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 174,736 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2025 174,119 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 173,873 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak engine

Pass 20 Aug 2022 173,570 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 172,205 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 170,122 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 163,780 miles

Nearside Front wheel slightly binding

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

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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K488 HRM 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 100%.

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 K488 HRM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K488 HRM registered?

K488 HRM is a 1993 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K488 HRM safe to buy?

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