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E9 GTR

1996 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,543 mi
Last recorded16,543 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Nissan Skyline87,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 GTR
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 16,543 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 16,190 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 13,136 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 12,581 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 9,938 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 3,984 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 3,960 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 3,896 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 2,911 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 717 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 54,375 miles

oil leak

Fail 1 Nov 2005 54,375 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Nissan Skyline?

Based on 75,718 MOT tests across 9,471 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,220
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,248
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,783
fog lamp not working 1,640
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,581
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E9 GTR is a 1996 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 87,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Skyline fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E9 GTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Skyline typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Nissan Skyline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E9 GTR?

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What year was E9 GTR registered?

E9 GTR is a 1996 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is E9 GTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 GTR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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