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W296 RCU

2000 Nissan Skyline

Blue Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,317 mi
Last recorded126,317 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Skyline79,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW296 RCU
MakeNissan
ModelSkyline
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 126,317 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 125,897 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 125,721 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 125,565 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 125,401 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 125,189 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 125,052 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2018 125,011 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 124,602 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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W296 RCU is a 2000 Nissan Skyline in Blue with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Nissan Skyline models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 79,744 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 W296 RCU, 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 26 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 W296 RCU?

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What year was W296 RCU registered?

W296 RCU is a 2000 Nissan Skyline, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W296 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W296 RCU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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