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P221 GTA

1997 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,503 mi
Last recorded149,503 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Nissan Skyline84,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 GTA
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 149,503 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 148,557 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 147,667 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 145,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 141,892 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013
Pass 22 Sep 2012 133,185 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2012 133,185 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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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P221 GTA is a 1997 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P221 GTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P221 GTA registered?

P221 GTA is a 1997 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P221 GTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 GTA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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