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N451 SMX

1998 Nissan Skyline

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,443 mi
Last recorded54,443 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Nissan Skyline90,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN451 SMX
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 54,443 miles

Ex has been modified

Offside Rear Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2007 50,517 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 48,689 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 48,686 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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N451 SMX is a 1998 Nissan Skyline in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N451 SMX, 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 N451 SMX registered?

N451 SMX is a 1998 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is N451 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N451 SMX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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