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L285 MJB

2005 Nissan Skyline

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,025 mi
Last recorded87,025 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2009
Typical for 2005 Nissan Skyline89,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL285 MJB
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2009 87,025 miles

Centre and rear exhaust has been repaired with putty but should be replaced very soon

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Rear wheel steering inoperative but rear wheels are held substantially in the straight ahead position and the steering is not adversely affected (2.2.B.1j)

nearside rear tyre approaching wear indicators

Pass 11 Feb 2009 84,761 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inner edge

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1i)

Offside headlight beam image poor

Pass 3 Jan 2008 81,684 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 81,684 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 77,300 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 68,961 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 68,885 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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L285 MJB is a 2005 Nissan Skyline in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L285 MJB, 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 L285 MJB registered?

L285 MJB is a 2005 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is L285 MJB safe to buy?

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