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M900 SKY

1996 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

157,959 mi
Last recorded157,959 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Nissan Skyline87,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM900 SKY
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 157,959 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 157,744 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 157,436 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 157,127 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 156,350 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 156,349 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 155,637 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 155,637 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 154,414 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 154,414 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 151,065 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 148,871 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 146,801 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 143,971 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 143,971 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)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 138,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 138,253 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 120,929 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyre wearing on inner edges

Fail 25 Jun 2012 101,701 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 101,701 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 92,001 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 14 Aug 2010 80,649 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 66,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres cracks on outer sidewall

all tyres wear on inner edge

unable to check outer sills over covers fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2009 66,748 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres cracks on outer sidewall

all tyres wear on inner edge

unable to check outer sills over covers fitted

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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M900 SKY is a 1996 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 87,648 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 M900 SKY, 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 30 years old, this Nissan Skyline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M900 SKY registered?

M900 SKY is a 1996 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is M900 SKY safe to buy?

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