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R115 PDL

1998 Nissan Skyline

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,006 mi
Last recorded180,006 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Skyline90,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 PDL
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 180,006 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 179,974 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 175,294 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 173,472 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 173,462 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements FRONT AND REAR INCORRECT SIZE/FONTS (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 169,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 159,361 miles

Nearside Rear Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 153,011 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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R115 PDL is a 1998 Nissan Skyline in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R115 PDL, 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 R115 PDL registered?

R115 PDL is a 1998 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R115 PDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 PDL shows 8 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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