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N240 SDL

1996 Nissan Silvia

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,334 mi
Last recorded87,334 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Nissan Silvia121,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN240 SDL
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 87,334 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 85,575 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 51,608 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 78,694 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 70,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Modified vehicle

Nearside Front Coolant leak Radiator ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 66,001 miles

modified vehicle

Pass 28 Aug 2019 63,531 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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N240 SDL is a 1996 Nissan Silvia in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 121,870 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 N240 SDL, 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 30 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 N240 SDL registered?

N240 SDL is a 1996 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N240 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N240 SDL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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