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J783 SDH

2005 Nissan Skyline

Black Petrol 2560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,899 mi
Last recorded137,899 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Nissan Skyline89,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ783 SDH
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 137,899 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 137,349 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 136,686 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 136,318 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 135,622 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 133,842 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 133,826 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 131,941 miles

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 131,926 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2008 131,905 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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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J783 SDH is a 2005 Nissan Skyline in Black with a 2,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 J783 SDH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J783 SDH registered?

J783 SDH is a 2005 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is J783 SDH safe to buy?

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