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S15 BHY

2000 Nissan Silvia

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

184,190 mi
Last recorded184,190 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Nissan Silvia111,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 BHY
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 184,190 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 184,190 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 183,560 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 183,560 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 183,510 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 183,510 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 183,009 miles

Offside Rear under body corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2022 183,008 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear under body corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2021 182,189 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 182,189 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 182,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 181,866 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 181,866 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 182,289 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 179,972 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 177,706 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 175,759 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 128,872 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 117,100 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 106,583 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 98,538 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 89,192 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 81,565 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 81,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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S15 BHY is a 2000 Nissan Silvia in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2000 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 111,215 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 S15 BHY, 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 26 years old, this Nissan Silvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S15 BHY registered?

S15 BHY is a 2000 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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