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T291 GBT

1999 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

161,569 mi
Last recorded161,569 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Nissan Silvia110,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT291 GBT
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 161,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm & worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm & worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 156,985 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 151,703 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 145,716 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 136,167 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 128,782 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 128,702 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))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 121,714 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 121,354 miles

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))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2017 114,015 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust noisy

front bumper loose

Pass 2 Aug 2016 108,224 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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T291 GBT is a 1999 Nissan Silvia in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T291 GBT, 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 T291 GBT registered?

T291 GBT is a 1999 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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