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M492 BNO

1995 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,914 mi
Last recorded117,914 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Nissan Silvia104,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM492 BNO
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 117,914 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 117,492 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 115,907 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 110,892 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 107,955 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 107,955 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 102,850 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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M492 BNO is a 1995 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 104,419 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 M492 BNO, 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 31 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M492 BNO registered?

M492 BNO is a 1995 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M492 BNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M492 BNO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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