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T557 NWL

1999 Nissan Silvia

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,044 mi
Last recorded116,044 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Nissan Silvia110,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT557 NWL
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 116,044 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2017 115,984 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Horn control missing (1.6.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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)

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

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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T557 NWL is a 1999 Nissan Silvia in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T557 NWL, 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.

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What year was T557 NWL registered?

T557 NWL is a 1999 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 11 July 1999.

Is T557 NWL safe to buy?

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