2001 Nissan Skyline 2.6L Petrol · K24 RAE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the clean pass in its most recent inspection. The final test conducted in April 2022 at 96,101 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and safety systems met all standards at that time. This represents a significant improvement over the 2018 failure where the engine exceeded carbon monoxide limits, suggesting that any previous combustion issues were successfully rectified. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. The data shows a marked deceleration in usage between 2020 and 2022, where the car covered only 1,870 miles in a twenty-month period. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals of inactivity implied by these figures often lead to degradation of rubber-based components, fluid acidification, and brake corrosion which the MOT record cannot fully capture. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity and chassis, as the R34 Skyline is prone to rust in the sills and rear floor pans despite the clean 2022 record. The 2018 failure for exhaust emissions and the subsequent tyre nail indicate a history of minor reactive maintenance, so a thorough check of the suspension bushes and brake lines is essential. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also inspect for seized brake calipers and perished tyres, which frequently occur when vehicles sit for extended periods.