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E5 UMY

1997 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

163,286 mi
Last recorded163,286 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Nissan Skyline84,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 UMY
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 163,286 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 162,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 162,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 162,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front inner to outer sill damaged

Offside Front inner to outer sill damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2019 161,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 May 2013 161,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2013 161,349 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 158,421 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 151,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 144,597 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 141,806 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 136,217 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 132,075 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 125,965 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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E5 UMY is a 1997 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,594 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 E5 UMY, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Skyline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E5 UMY registered?

E5 UMY is a 1997 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is E5 UMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 UMY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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