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RG51 KKX

2001 Nissan Silvia

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

109,076 mi
Last recorded109,076 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Silvia105,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 KKX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 109,076 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 109,075 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 108,950 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Pink (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 108,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Pink (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 108,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 108,930 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

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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RG51 KKX is a 2001 Nissan Silvia in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 105,090 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 RG51 KKX, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RG51 KKX?

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What year was RG51 KKX registered?

RG51 KKX is a 2001 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is RG51 KKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG51 KKX shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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