1992 Nissan Silvia MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Silvia models manufactured in 1992, based on 210 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1992 Nissan Silvia has an MOT pass rate of 68.1% based on 210 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 113,105 miles on the odometer. With a 31.9% failure rate, the 1992 Silvia is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1992 Nissan Silvia is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 18.1% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Tyres is the second most common issue at 3.3%. Visibility follows at 2.9%.
Top failures specific to 1992 models only. The overall Silvia page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 18.1% | 38 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.3% | 7 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.9% | 6 |
| 4 | Steering | 2.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 1.0% | 2 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.5% | 1 |
| 7 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.5% | 1 |
| 8 | Brakes | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 113,105 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.60 | 18.1% | 38 |
| Tyres | 0.29 | 3.3% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.25 | 2.9% | 6 |
| Steering | 0.21 | 2.4% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.08 | 1.0% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.04 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.04 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.04 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1992 Nissan Silvia has an MOT pass rate of 68.1% based on 210 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 113,105 miles on the odometer. With a 31.9% failure rate, the 1992 Silvia is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1992 Nissan Silvia, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 113,105 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 18.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 18.1% of MOT failures on 1992 Nissan Silvia models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 3.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on 1992 Nissan Silvia models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Visibility — 2.9% of failures
Visibility issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on 1992 Nissan Silvia models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.