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FA51 SKY

2008 Nissan Skyline

White Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,074 mi
Last recorded88,074 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Nissan Skyline95,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA51 SKY
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 88,074 miles

Headlight masks fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 86,379 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 84,020 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 81,961 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 75,739 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 68,489 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 59,793 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 47,028 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyre treads worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre tread worn to the minimum limit

Fail 16 Jun 2008 47,027 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyre treads worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre tread worn to the minimum limit

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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FA51 SKY is a 2008 Nissan Skyline in White with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 95,832 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 FA51 SKY, 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 18 years old, this Nissan Skyline is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA51 SKY registered?

FA51 SKY is a 2008 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is FA51 SKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA51 SKY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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