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F729 OFJ

1997 Nissan Silvia

Purple Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,065 mi
Last recorded173,065 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Nissan Silvia98,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF729 OFJ
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2011 173,065 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 167,039 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 166,070 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2005 166,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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F729 OFJ is a 1997 Nissan Silvia in Purple with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 98,926 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 F729 OFJ, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F729 OFJ registered?

F729 OFJ is a 1997 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is F729 OFJ safe to buy?

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