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N25 SGW

1998 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,160 mi
Last recorded125,160 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Silvia117,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 SGW
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 125,160 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 125,133 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 122,804 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front both front flexi no supported fully

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear tie rod slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 122,786 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification not seated properly on shock (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front both front flexi no supported fully

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear tie rod slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 118,522 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 113,829 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 112,239 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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N25 SGW is a 1998 Nissan Silvia in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 117,210 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 N25 SGW, 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 28 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 N25 SGW registered?

N25 SGW is a 1998 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is N25 SGW safe to buy?

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