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LR52 SVN

2003 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,790 mi
Last recorded137,790 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Nissan Skyline84,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 SVN
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 137,790 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 137,782 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin missing (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 131,530 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 124,192 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front inner (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre showing signs of previous fouling on inner wheel arch liner

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Slight fluid loss from power steering rack

Pass 21 Apr 2017 116,711 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 109,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 101,083 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 98,178 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 87,766 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 77,908 miles

Rear tyres are worn to limit.

Pass 3 Mar 2011 69,876 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 62,408 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 55,372 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 52,667 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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LR52 SVN is a 2003 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LR52 SVN, 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 LR52 SVN registered?

LR52 SVN is a 2003 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LR52 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 SVN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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