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L5 GTR

1998 Nissan Skyline

Red Petrol 2568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,100 mi
Last recorded81,100 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Nissan Skyline90,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 GTR
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,568cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 81,100 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 81,047 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 80,877 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 80,391 miles

slight rust on brake discs

Pass 2 Apr 2016 79,829 miles

discs surface rust

Pass 9 Oct 2014 79,811 miles

Hicas lamp on

Fail 24 Jun 2008 79,794 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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L5 GTR is a 1998 Nissan Skyline in Red with a 2,568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,191 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 L5 GTR, 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 28 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 L5 GTR registered?

L5 GTR is a 1998 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is L5 GTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 GTR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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