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J239 OFX

1991 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

203,321 mi
Last recorded203,321 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Nissan Silvia134,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ239 OFX
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 203,321 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 198,025 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 193,543 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 189,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 181,491 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 179,676 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 176,907 miles

Rear dif/damp

power steering rack damp

sport exhaust fitted

Fail 29 Jul 2019 176,907 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear dif/damp

power steering rack damp

sport exhaust fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2018 174,552 miles

slight play in steering rack mount bushes

sport exhaust fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2018 174,552 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight play in steering rack mount bushes

sport exhaust fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2017 171,629 miles

Body has slight corrosion underneath (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 163,630 miles

Both front tyres badly worn on inner edges due to camber

Drivers seat has a harness fitted

Front bumper cable tied on but secure time of test

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm on inner edge + has sidewall damage on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Non standard wheels/suspension/exhaust

Play in both front lower bottom ball joints

Play in both rack ends

Slight damage to both sills

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2015

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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J239 OFX is a 1991 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1991 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 134,874 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 J239 OFX, 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 35 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 J239 OFX registered?

J239 OFX is a 1991 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J239 OFX safe to buy?

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