2008 · 16 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2008 Nissan Skyline MOT pass rate and common faults

102 MOT tests in 2024. 90.2% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

159Well above average
Passed first time90.2%
Failed or needed repairs9.8%
Typical mileage at test87,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 102 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.0%
  2. Brake pads: incorrectly mounted1.0%
    2 marked dangerous
  3. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.0%
    1 marked dangerous
  4. Flexible brake hoses: excessively deteriorated1.0%
  5. Position lamp: not working1.0%
  6. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced1.0%
  7. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits1.0%
  8. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded1.0%
  9. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength1.0%
  10. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt1.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension5.9%
  2. Brakes4.9%
  3. Lights & electrics3.9%
  4. Emissions & leaks2.0%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)2.0%
  6. Tyres1.0%
  7. Body & chassis1.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine6.9%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm6.9%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.9%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure3.9%
  5. Headlamp: has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced2.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2008 Nissan Skyline?

In 2024, 90.2% of 2008 Nissan Skyline cars passed their MOT first time, across 102 tests. The average for all 16-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2008 Nissan Skyline?

The most common failure reasons were sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; brake pads: incorrectly mounted; tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2008 Nissan Skyline reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 159, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).