CarVerify

Free Car Check

L270 MEP

2009 Nissan Skyline

Red Petrol 2490cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

147,820 mi
Last recorded147,820 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 2009 Nissan Skyline91,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL270 MEP
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 147,820 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 146,333 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Rear discs worn pitted rusted and deteriorated.

Shredded tyre debri rapped around o/s and n/s rear driveshaft c/v/j boots.

Fail 7 Feb 2011 136,984 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 136,984 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 15 Feb 2010 117,651 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 117,651 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 90,246 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 90,227 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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
Full Nissan Skyline reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L270 MEP is a 2009 Nissan Skyline in Red with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 91,652 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 L270 MEP, 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 17 years old, this Nissan Skyline is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L270 MEP?

You can check the full history of L270 MEP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L270 MEP registered?

L270 MEP is a 2009 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is L270 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L270 MEP shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L270 MEP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L270 MEP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.