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P738 GPF

1997 Nissan Silvia

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

192,348 mi
Last recorded192,348 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Nissan Silvia98,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 GPF
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 192,348 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2022 186,829 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 181,046 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side ball joint gaiters deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

dip beam turns off when full beam is operated

rev counter not functioning correctly

slight movement in steering rack bushes when rocking the steering

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 4 Dec 2021 181,046 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side ball joint gaiters deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

dip beam turns off when full beam is operated

rev counter not functioning correctly

slight movement in steering rack bushes when rocking the steering

wipers smearing slightly

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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P738 GPF is a 1997 Nissan Silvia in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 98,926 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P738 GPF, 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 29 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 P738 GPF registered?

P738 GPF is a 1997 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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