CarVerify

Free Car Check

S15 YEH

2013 Nissan Silvia

Black Petrol 1990cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,453 mi
Last recorded99,453 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Nissan Silvia111,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 YEH
MakeNissan
ModelSilvia
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 99,453 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard exhaust system fitted, louder than standard (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps require a cut/polish, surfaces fading lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play also rosejoint arm bush (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing corrosion at base mount, chassis not holed behind, only bolted on pannel has corrosion (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately lowered vehicle causing track rod ends to angle outwards at ball joints at hubs (2.1.3 (f) (i))

aftermarket computer/wiring fitted to vehicle

engine bay modified, top mounted turbocharger fitted to vehicle, non standard setup

front brake imbalance on limit

fuel tank stained, could be old fuel leaked or diff oil breather

Pass 24 Oct 2023 99,160 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket system fitted from cat back, titanium, loud (8.1.1 (a))

Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately lowered vehicle, track rod ends angled (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Fuel tank stained, possibly diff oil sprayed or fuel leak

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Body panel slightly loose wing corrosion at bottom mounting point (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

aftermarket ecu fitted

engine modification non standard turbocharger and components

Pass 17 Oct 2022 98,438 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard exhaust on vehicle, very loud, cat freshly fitted with new bolts and gaskets, (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint modified, but not inappropriately track rod end ball joints resting at angle due to lowered suspension (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement orange arm slight movement in rose joint bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Body panel slightly loose exterior wing corroded at bottom, not insecure or likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement orange arm slight movement in rose joint bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bushings splitting/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber bushings perishing/cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

aftermarket ecu fitted to vehicle

aftermarket screen wash bottle secured with tie wraps

date of first use incorrect on system, vehicle is 1999-2000 year japanese only model

engine modifications non standard, turbocharger

fuel tank stained in differential oil, differential breather above tank

Fail 17 Oct 2022 98,438 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard exhaust on vehicle, very loud, cat freshly fitted with new bolts and gaskets, (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering linkage ball joint modified, but not inappropriately track rod end ball joints resting at angle due to lowered suspension (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement orange arm slight movement in rose joint bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Body panel slightly loose exterior wing corroded at bottom, not insecure or likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement orange arm slight movement in rose joint bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bushings splitting/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber bushings perishing/cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

aftermarket ecu fitted to vehicle

aftermarket screen wash bottle secured with tie wraps

date of first use incorrect on system, vehicle is 1999-2000 year japanese only model

engine modifications non standard, turbocharger

fuel tank stained in differential oil, differential breather above tank

Pass 14 Sep 2021 96,890 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard larger exhaust system fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights plastic lenses fading (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower body pannel wing corroded at base, non structural however preventing full inspection of inner silll

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill surface corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top orange camber arm rose joint inner bush at subframe has slight movement/lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear anti roll bar D bushes to subframe splitting/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

aftermarket ecu shown and proven by customer, does not illuminate engine check light on dash like factory, shown on laptop having no fault codes while mot test carried out.

aftermarket screen wash bottle tie wrapped in place but secure

exhaust cat fitted with new bolts/gaskets onto old exhaust, likely put back in for mot test

fuel tank stained in oil, suggesting diff oil breather leaked onto fuel tank from above at some point

vehicle first registered 1999-2000 in japan, uk date of first registered use incorrect at may 2013

Pass 9 May 2019 94,724 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 94,717 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 92,990 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 90,823 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 89,128 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake pipes at front not secured by original means

slight play o/s/r inner tie rod rose joint

Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,883 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 86,823 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 127,536 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 127,536 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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
Full Nissan Silvia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S15 YEH is a 2013 Nissan Silvia in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Nissan Silvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 111,475 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 YEH, 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 13 years old, this Nissan Silvia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S15 YEH?

You can check the full history of S15 YEH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S15 YEH registered?

S15 YEH is a 2013 Nissan Silvia, first registered on 14 May 2013.

Is S15 YEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S15 YEH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S15 YEH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S15 YEH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.