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Nissan Silvia

White · Petrol · 1984 · 1,809 cc

A978 HMXMOT history

A978 HMX is a white petrol Nissan Silvia first used on 11 Jul 1984. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2025
Mileage
99,770 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2024
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A978 HMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Silvia
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,809 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
11 Jul 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

A978 HMX was last recorded at 99,770 miles on 1 Feb 2024, 1,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,349 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,421 miles
Average per year
367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,770 miles
  • 2023 – 98,349 miles
  • 2020 – 98,343 miles
  • 2015 – 98,283 miles
  • 2012 – 97,886 miles
  • 2010 – 97,519 miles
  • 2009 – 96,780 miles
  • 2008 – 95,756 miles
  • 2007 – 94,547 miles
  • 2006 – 93,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,770 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,770 miles (+1,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,770 miles
    Test number
    915839333918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,349 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,349 miles
    Test number
    409961203084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,346 miles (+3)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,346 miles
    Test number
    637394629904
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    317516356690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,343 miles (+60)3 dangerous12 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    938855577715
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass98,283 miles (+397)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,283 miles
    Test number
    907325005162
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBinding felt both n/s wheels rear borderline pass
    • NoteFront washers just meet requirements

  7. Pass97,886 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,886 miles
    Test number
    175611692220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s/f wiperblade rubber borderline pass
    • NoteSigns of cracking/ageing both rear tyres recommend replacement soon
    • NoteSlight binding all brakes car has stood of road 3 years .not excessive at time of test

  8. Fail97,886 miles (+367)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,886 miles
    Test number
    866571692215
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s/f wiperblade rubber borderline pass
    • NoteSigns of cracking/ageing both rear tyres recommend replacement soon
    • NoteSlight binding all brakes car has stood of road 3 years .not excessive at time of test

  9. Pass97,519 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,519 miles
    Test number
    991978280124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeadlamps have to be in the raised position to operate on dip beam
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill panel corroding within 30cm of lower suspension and setbelt mount
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose

  10. Fail97,519 miles (+739)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,519 miles
    Test number
    703518880163
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeadlamps have to be in the raised position to operate on dip beam
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill panel corroding within 30cm of lower suspension and setbelt mount
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose

  11. Pass96,780 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    96,780 miles
    Test number
    312957369177
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads wearing low and perishing
    • NoteN/s/r lower outer sill panel corroding within 30cm of lower suspension mount
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  12. Fail96,780 miles (+1,024)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,780 miles
    Test number
    394117069161
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads wearing low and perishing
    • NoteN/s/r lower outer sill panel corroding within 30cm of lower suspension mount
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  13. Pass95,756 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,756 miles
    Test number
    672999378130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/S WIPER ARM LINLAGE WORN ADVISE REPLACEMENT
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose

  14. Fail95,756 miles (+1,209)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,756 miles
    Test number
    101927378101
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroding where it joins the flex hose
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  15. Pass94,547 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    94,547 miles
    Test number
    250357377441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    93,314 miles
    Test number
    701654886146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A978 HMX

Does A978 HMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A978 HMX expired on 31 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A978 HMX?
The MOT on A978 HMX expired on 31 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A978 HMX done?
A978 HMX was recorded at 99,770 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2024, an average of 367 miles a year.
Has A978 HMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A978 HMX has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on A978 HMX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on A978 HMX find?
A978 HMX passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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