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J417 SDV

2008 Nissan Silvia

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

158,572 mi
Last recorded158,572 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Silvia106,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ417 SDV
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 158,572 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 156,466 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 156,466 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 154,666 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 162,132 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2016 159,832 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 126,106 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 143,711 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2011 140,019 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 133,835 miles

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 122,678 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 114,060 miles

temp fog light fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Apr 2008 114,060 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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J417 SDV is a 2008 Nissan Silvia in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 106,220 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 J417 SDV, 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 18 years old, this Nissan Silvia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J417 SDV registered?

J417 SDV is a 2008 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is J417 SDV safe to buy?

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