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R772 XBT

2008 Nissan Skyline

Purple Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

160,068 mi
Last recorded160,068 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Nissan Skyline95,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR772 XBT
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 160,068 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 160,068 miles

Central Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 158,610 miles

after market wheels fitted

suspension lowed

Fail 7 Sep 2017 158,610 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

after market wheels fitted

suspension lowed

Pass 12 Jun 2015 157,669 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 156,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 153,548 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 146,156 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 142,018 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 142,018 miles

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

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)

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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R772 XBT is a 2008 Nissan Skyline in Purple with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 95,832 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 R772 XBT, 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 18 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 R772 XBT registered?

R772 XBT is a 2008 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is R772 XBT safe to buy?

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