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Y899 PTX

2001 Nissan Silvia

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

171,583 mi
Last recorded171,583 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Nissan Silvia105,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY899 PTX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 171,583 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 169,563 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 168,646 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2022 167,117 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From catalytic converter join (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2021 165,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 May 2021 165,112 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 162,859 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint on (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 157,181 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 151,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 144,806 miles

Front 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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Y899 PTX is a 2001 Nissan Silvia in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 105,090 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 Y899 PTX, 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 25 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 Y899 PTX registered?

Y899 PTX is a 2001 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y899 PTX safe to buy?

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