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L485 SWT

1993 Nissan Silvia

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,447 mi
Last recorded150,447 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1993 Nissan Silvia118,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL485 SWT
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 150,447 miles

Exhaust mounting defective resting on rear subframe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 150,416 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated under wheel arch (4.11 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))

exhaust resting on rear subframe

Pass 3 Jul 2021 148,321 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 148,241 miles

Central Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 147,796 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 147,108 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 145,273 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 145,102 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 132,014 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 123,018 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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L485 SWT is a 1993 Nissan Silvia in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L485 SWT, 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 L485 SWT registered?

L485 SWT is a 1993 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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