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T157 VAO

1999 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,507 mi
Last recorded88,507 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Nissan Silvia110,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT157 VAO
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 88,507 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 80,738 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 77,245 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 72,399 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 113,175 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 110,088 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 110,088 miles

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 105,280 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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T157 VAO is a 1999 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 T157 VAO, 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

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What year was T157 VAO registered?

T157 VAO is a 1999 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is T157 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T157 VAO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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