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P289 UPW

1996 Nissan 240K Skyline

Grey Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,890 mi
Last recorded135,890 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
Typical for 1996 Nissan 240K Skyline88,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 UPW
MakeNissan
Model240K Skyline
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2011 135,890 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 125,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 115,138 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 98,560 miles

Speedo needs changing to MPH

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 84,155 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 84,155 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Nissan 240K Skyline?

Based on 6,750 MOT tests across 807 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
2,874
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
807
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 388
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 244
Brake pipe excessively corroded 220
position lamp(s) not working 184
fog lamp not working 176
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P289 UPW is a 1996 Nissan 240K Skyline in Grey with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Nissan 240K Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 88,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 240K Skyline fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 388 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P289 UPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 240K Skyline typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 30 years old, this Nissan 240K Skyline is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P289 UPW registered?

P289 UPW is a 1996 Nissan 240K Skyline, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is P289 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P289 UPW shows 6 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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