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S15 BYY

2000 Nissan Silvia

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91 mi
Last recorded91 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Silvia111,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 BYY
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 91 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 57,798 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 57,562 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2022 53,527 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 53,051 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 52,473 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 51,336 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 46,005 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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S15 BYY is a 2000 Nissan Silvia in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 S15 BYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S15 BYY registered?

S15 BYY is a 2000 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is S15 BYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S15 BYY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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