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L634 DBB

1993 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,879 mi
Last recorded82,879 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Nissan Silvia118,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL634 DBB
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 82,879 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 80,921 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 80,509 miles

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

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 May 2022 80,469 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 79,321 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2020 79,321 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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L634 DBB is a 1993 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L634 DBB, 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 L634 DBB registered?

L634 DBB is a 1993 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L634 DBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L634 DBB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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