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J189 KFB

2003 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 2568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,622 mi
Last recorded128,622 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Nissan Skyline84,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ189 KFB
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,568cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 128,622 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 126,018 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 125,202 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 125,202 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 122,054 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 7 Apr 2011 122,053 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2009 118,924 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 117,093 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 117,093 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 109,950 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 102,231 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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J189 KFB is a 2003 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 2,568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 J189 KFB, 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.

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What year was J189 KFB registered?

J189 KFB is a 2003 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is J189 KFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J189 KFB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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