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M268 VJL

2009 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,597 mi
Last recorded139,597 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 2009 Nissan Silvia123,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM268 VJL
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 139,597 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 139,597 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 139,597 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 139,597 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 138,435 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 136,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 129,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 99,070 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 99,070 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 98,492 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 98,169 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 98,165 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 98,079 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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M268 VJL is a 2009 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 123,256 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 M268 VJL, 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 17 years old, this Nissan Silvia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M268 VJL registered?

M268 VJL is a 2009 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is M268 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M268 VJL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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