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N171 HTW

1998 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,641 mi
Last recorded98,641 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Nissan Skyline90,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 HTW
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 98,641 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 95,815 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 88,154 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 80,151 miles

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

rear discs slight corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2011 74,025 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Mar 2011 74,025 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)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2009 73,722 miles

both rear balljoints have slight play

Fail 1 Dec 2009 73,722 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 Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both rear balljoints have slight play

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2008 71,776 miles

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

Slight play in Hicas rack joints.

Pass 28 Jul 2007 65,844 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 61,445 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 57,170 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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N171 HTW is a 1998 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,191 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 N171 HTW, 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 28 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 N171 HTW registered?

N171 HTW is a 1998 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is N171 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 HTW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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