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R257 GPT

1998 Nissan Skyline

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,241 mi
Last recorded111,241 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Skyline90,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 GPT
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 111,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 109,593 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 109,452 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 6.71% (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 109,268 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 109,221 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 108,696 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 23 May 2016 106,602 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R257 GPT is a 1998 Nissan Skyline in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R257 GPT, 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

How do I check the history of R257 GPT?

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What year was R257 GPT registered?

R257 GPT is a 1998 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R257 GPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 GPT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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