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M838 GCD

1994 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,411 mi
Last recorded87,411 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2009
Typical for 1994 Nissan Silvia122,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM838 GCD
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2009 87,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 86,467 miles

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

minimal suspension movement

sill covers fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2008 86,461 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

minimal suspension movement

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2006 137,216 miles

both track rod end gaitors split

near side front tyre wearing very low on inner edge

Fail 4 Sep 2006 137,216 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both track rod end gaitors split

near side front tyre wearing very low on inner edge

Pass 24 Jun 2005 121,641 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 121,641 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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M838 GCD is a 1994 Nissan Silvia in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 122,304 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 M838 GCD, 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 32 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M838 GCD registered?

M838 GCD is a 1994 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is M838 GCD safe to buy?

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