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J916 LMW

1991 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,956 mi
Last recorded97,956 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Nissan Silvia134,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ916 LMW
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 97,956 miles

Coil spring corroded Both sides front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant low

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, strong advisory (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 97,939 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both sides front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant low

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, strong advisory (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 93,780 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 92,977 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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J916 LMW is a 1991 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J916 LMW, 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.

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What year was J916 LMW registered?

J916 LMW is a 1991 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 September 1991.

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