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J897 PBT

2008 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,241 mi
Last recorded44,241 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2012
Typical for 2008 Nissan Silvia106,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ897 PBT
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2012 44,241 miles

Front Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

front bumper has slight damage n/s/f

Pass 7 Feb 2011 28,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,101 miles

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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J897 PBT is a 2008 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J897 PBT, 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 J897 PBT registered?

J897 PBT is a 2008 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is J897 PBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J897 PBT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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