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J477 XCF

2005 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 2560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,530 mi
Last recorded149,530 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Nissan Skyline89,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ477 XCF
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 149,530 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 148,835 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 148,659 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 147,656 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

slight blow from exhaust.

Pass 18 Jul 2017 146,226 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 146,226 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 143,625 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 141,008 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 21 Jul 2014 138,314 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 135,365 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 131,276 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 131,274 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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 16 Jul 2011 125,892 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 122,343 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 117,795 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 112,094 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 106,211 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 100,193 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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J477 XCF is a 2005 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 2,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 89,822 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 J477 XCF, 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 21 years old, this Nissan Skyline is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J477 XCF registered?

J477 XCF is a 2005 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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