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J486 NLU

2008 Nissan Skyline

Black Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,792 mi
Last recorded122,792 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2010
Typical for 2008 Nissan Skyline95,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 NLU
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2010 122,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 122,792 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 121,668 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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J486 NLU is a 2008 Nissan Skyline in Black with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J486 NLU, 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 J486 NLU registered?

J486 NLU is a 2008 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is J486 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J486 NLU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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