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L255 ORS

2005 Nissan Skyline

Black Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,507 mi
Last recorded105,507 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Skyline89,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL255 ORS
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 105,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 104,979 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 104,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 104,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 102,274 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 101,160 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 100,153 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 99,638 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 98,380 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 96,261 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 96,261 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 96,122 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 96,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 91,905 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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L255 ORS is a 2005 Nissan Skyline in Black with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L255 ORS, 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 L255 ORS registered?

L255 ORS is a 2005 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is L255 ORS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L255 ORS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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