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R698 KWS

2003 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,539 mi
Last recorded111,539 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Nissan Skyline84,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR698 KWS
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 111,539 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 101,669 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 101,669 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 94,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 87,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 87,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 86,515 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 82,166 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 75,498 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 69,000 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 62,300 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 62,803 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 62,799 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 53,259 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 46,657 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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R698 KWS is a 2003 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 84,245 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 R698 KWS, 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 23 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 R698 KWS registered?

R698 KWS is a 2003 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is R698 KWS safe to buy?

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