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P313 DEP

1996 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

270,454 mi
Last recorded270,454 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Nissan Silvia121,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP313 DEP
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 270,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 266,163 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 263,085 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2023 252,666 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2022 249,079 miles

4X All 4 wheel protruding outside arch

Pass 28 Jan 2021 242,000 miles

All 4 tyres protruding outside wheel arch

Pass 19 Jan 2020 238,196 miles

Wheels protruding wheel arch

Rear fog light is a bolted on aftermarket light unit and aftermarket switch/tell tale

Stretched tyres fitted to vehicle

Pass 18 Jan 2019 228,932 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

advise movement in n/s strut

rack mounting worn

vehicle slow to clear on emissions and just on uk limit.

vehicle unregistered with no number plates displayed

Fail 17 Jan 2019 228,932 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

advise movement in n/s strut

rack mounting worn

Fail 11 Jan 2019 228,910 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate missing both (0.1 (a))

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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P313 DEP is a 1996 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P313 DEP, 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 P313 DEP registered?

P313 DEP is a 1996 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P313 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P313 DEP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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