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VIG 8480

1993 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,783 mi
Last recorded123,783 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Nissan Silvia118,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIG 8480
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 123,783 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 121,589 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Mar 2024 119,749 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 117,228 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 28 Sep 2022 117,207 miles

Front Registration plate insecure NOT FITTED TO FRONT OF CAR (0.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside HEADLAMP STAYING ON WHEN NO LIGHTS ON

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 116,980 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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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VIG 8480 is a 1993 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 118,334 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 VIG 8480, 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 33 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VIG 8480 registered?

VIG 8480 is a 1993 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 5 July 1993.

Is VIG 8480 safe to buy?

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