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N430 FKU

1996 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

121,270 mi
Last recorded121,270 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Nissan Silvia121,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN430 FKU
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 121,270 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 121,870 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 121,870 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 121,870 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 121,870 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 118,819 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 118,814 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 112,436 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 104,170 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 96,113 miles

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

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

both outer front track rod ends slightly missalined

rear heel size diferant to front 17inch front 16 inch on rear

rear suspension very firm on both sides due to up raited suspension parts fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2007 96,077 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Outer Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Offside Front Gas suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Outer Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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N430 FKU is a 1996 Nissan Silvia in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 N430 FKU, 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.

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What year was N430 FKU registered?

N430 FKU is a 1996 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N430 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N430 FKU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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