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SP53 KYB

2008 Nissan Skyline

Silver Petrol 2568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,229 mi
Last recorded67,229 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Nissan Skyline95,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 KYB
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,568cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,229 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 64,603 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 59,495 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 25,666 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 49,705 miles

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

o/s tyres worn on edges

rear pads low

Fail 6 Jun 2016 49,705 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s tyres worn on edges

rear pads low

Pass 29 May 2015 41,626 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2014 36,896 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 32,448 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 28,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2011 23,581 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 18,237 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 14,134 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,459 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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SP53 KYB is a 2008 Nissan Skyline in Silver with a 2,568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SP53 KYB, 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 SP53 KYB registered?

SP53 KYB is a 2008 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is SP53 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 KYB shows 14 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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