MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
182,639 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
nearside and offside inner sills have surface corrosion
Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
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M979 XOU is a 1997 Nissan Skyline in Black with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,594 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 M979 XOU, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Skyline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was M979 XOU registered?
M979 XOU is a 1997 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 26 February 1997.
Is M979 XOU safe to buy?
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