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G17 TST

1997 Nissan Skyline

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

199,268 mi
Last recorded199,268 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Nissan Skyline84,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 TST
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 199,268 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 198,594 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 198,594 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2023 198,268 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 197,473 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 197,385 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 197,239 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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G17 TST is a 1997 Nissan Skyline in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 G17 TST, 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 G17 TST registered?

G17 TST is a 1997 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is G17 TST safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 TST shows 7 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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