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P648 LSR

1996 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,995 mi
Last recorded134,995 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Nissan Silvia121,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP648 LSR
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 134,995 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 134,881 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 119,129 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 114,596 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 107,316 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 107,315 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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P648 LSR is a 1996 Nissan Silvia in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P648 LSR, 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 P648 LSR registered?

P648 LSR is a 1996 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P648 LSR safe to buy?

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