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R996 XKR

2005 Nissan Skyline

Blue Petrol 2569cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

90,087 mi
Last recorded90,087 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Nissan Skyline89,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR996 XKR
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,569cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 90,087 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 89,278 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 87,978 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 86,862 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 85,641 miles

Underside body undersealed

Pass 30 Nov 2019 84,914 miles

underside body undersealed

Pass 15 Dec 2018 83,935 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 83,695 miles

Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 82,761 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 80,309 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 79,883 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 79,847 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 79,757 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 78,651 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 75,581 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 71,041 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 66,938 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 63,963 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2007 58,401 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 58,401 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 40,533 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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R996 XKR is a 2005 Nissan Skyline in Blue with a 2,569cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 89,822 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 R996 XKR, 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 21 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 R996 XKR registered?

R996 XKR is a 2005 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is R996 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R996 XKR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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