2003 Nissan Silvia MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Silvia models manufactured in 2003, based on 33 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2003 Nissan Silvia MOT Analysis
The 2003 Nissan Silvia has an MOT pass rate of 63.6% based on 33 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 116,147 miles on the odometer. With a 36.4% failure rate, the 2003 Silvia is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Nissan Silvia is Tyres, responsible for 30.3% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre. Noise, emissions and leaks is the second most common issue at 21.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 21.2%.
Top failures specific to 2003 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 | Tyres | 30.3% | 10 |
| 2 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 21.2% | 7 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 21.2% | 7 |
| 4 | Suspension | 12.1% | 4 |
| 5 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 9.1% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 116,147 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 2.61 | 30.3% | 10 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.83 | 21.2% | 7 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.83 | 21.2% | 7 |
| Suspension | 1.04 | 12.1% | 4 |
| Body & Structure | 0.78 | 9.1% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.52 | 6.1% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Nissan Silvia has an MOT pass rate of 63.6% based on 33 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 116,147 miles on the odometer. With a 36.4% failure rate, the 2003 Silvia is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Nissan Silvia, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: 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. With an average mileage of 116,147 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Tyres — 30.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 30.3% of MOT failures on 2003 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.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 21.2% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 21.2% of MOT failures on 2003 Nissan Silvia models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 21.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 21.2% of MOT failures on 2003 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.