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L937 WYJ

1993 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

141,652 mi
Last recorded141,652 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1993 Nissan Skyline101,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL937 WYJ
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2011 141,652 miles

vehicle overheating

Fail 15 Nov 2011 141,652 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

due to year of manufacture vehcile requires a catalyst to be fitted to comply with current legislation vehicle emissions too high when using default limits

rear pads very low

vehicle overheating

o/s/r tyre inner side wal starting to split open not to cords requires replacing

Pass 29 Oct 2010 134,370 miles

n/s/f anti-roll bar link slight play

signs of corrosion underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2009 126,184 miles

hicas rear steering inoperative

rear fog lamp not securely mounted

Fail 7 Oct 2009 126,184 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

hicas rear steering inoperative

rear fog lamp not securely mounted

Pass 31 Oct 2008 121,328 miles

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)

rear fog lamp not securely mounted

Fail 30 Oct 2008 121,316 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

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)

rear fog lamp not securely mounted

Pass 19 Oct 2007 118,003 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 117,991 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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L937 WYJ is a 1993 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 101,322 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 L937 WYJ, 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 33 years old, this Nissan Skyline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L937 WYJ registered?

L937 WYJ is a 1993 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 1 January 1993.

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