NISSAN SKYLINE MOT pass rate
90.2% of 4,148 NISSAN SKYLINE MOT tests pass.
The SKYLINE passes its MOT 90.2% of the time — well above the average across all NISSAN models, which sits at 74.9%.
The NISSAN SKYLINE passes its MOT 90.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 100.0% at 0–3 years to 90.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 100.0% | 42 | 62,974 miles |
| 3–6 years | 94.0% | 134 | 86,358 miles |
| 6–10 years | 86.7% | 607 | 80,032 miles |
| 10–15 years | 96.5% | 228 | 85,404 miles |
| 15+ years | 90.1% | 3,137 | 83,877 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the NISSAN SKYLINE
The most common reason the NISSAN SKYLINE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 70.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 70.9% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 35.4% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Brakes | 27.2% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 26.3% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Tyres | 15.7% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Visibility | 14.9% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 14.0% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Steering | 8.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.6% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 5.6% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related NISSAN models
- NISSAN QASHQAI — 75.0% pass rate
- NISSAN JUKE — 76.4% pass rate
- NISSAN MICRA — 72.1% pass rate
- NISSAN NOTE — 72.6% pass rate
- NISSAN X-TRAIL — 75.5% pass rate
- NISSAN NAVARA — 77.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the NISSAN SKYLINE?
- 90.2% of NISSAN SKYLINE MOT tests pass, based on 4,148 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the NISSAN SKYLINE?
- The most common reason the NISSAN SKYLINE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 70.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the NISSAN SKYLINE's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the NISSAN service history guide for how to check and keep one.