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S789 LEP

1999 Nissan Silvia

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,552 mi
Last recorded159,552 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Nissan Silvia110,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS789 LEP
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 159,552 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2026 159,508 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 155,450 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 155,201 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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S789 LEP is a 1999 Nissan Silvia in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 110,088 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 S789 LEP, 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 27 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 S789 LEP?

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What year was S789 LEP registered?

S789 LEP is a 1999 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S789 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S789 LEP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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