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LE53 HRO

2003 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

195,231 mi
Last recorded195,231 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Nissan Skyline84,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE53 HRO
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 195,231 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 195,134 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected offside rear and nearside rear (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2024 194,131 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 192,751 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 191,550 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 185,482 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 174,014 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 170,239 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 170,236 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 80,156 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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LE53 HRO is a 2003 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 84,245 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 LE53 HRO, 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 23 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 LE53 HRO registered?

LE53 HRO is a 2003 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LE53 HRO safe to buy?

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