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E310 VGT

1987 Nissan Silvia

Green Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,811 mi
Last recorded67,811 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Nissan Silvia88,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE310 VGT
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 67,811 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 67,179 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 65,700 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 65,700 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 65,125 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2012 60,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

battery insecure

Pass 14 Apr 2011 60,198 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 58,199 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 55,325 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 45,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 45,213 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 43,884 miles

clutch slipping

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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E310 VGT is a 1987 Nissan Silvia in Green with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 88,123 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 E310 VGT, 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 39 years old, this Nissan Silvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E310 VGT registered?

E310 VGT is a 1987 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 5 September 1987.

Is E310 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E310 VGT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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