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SIB 7478

2003 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,665 mi
Last recorded99,665 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Skyline84,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 7478
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 99,665 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 89,005 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2024 86,516 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 84,234 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 76,360 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 68,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old 2012 (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre close to ten years old 2012 (5.2.3 (m))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 68,112 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 66,647 miles

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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SIB 7478 is a 2003 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 84,245 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 SIB 7478, 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 23 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 SIB 7478 registered?

SIB 7478 is a 2003 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SIB 7478 safe to buy?

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