2004 Nissan Skyline 3.5L Petrol · LW53 ZNK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on March 30 2026 at 31,367 miles which passed with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows consistent upkeep following a minor suspension advisory in early 2024. The resolution of the nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint issue indicates that the owner proactively addresses mechanical faults once they are identified by the tester. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,426 miles per year. Between April 2022 and March 2026, the car covered only 4,728 miles, reflecting a history of short-term use or long periods of storage. While this low mileage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid oxidation, which are not always captured in standard MOT inspections. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and wheel arches, where vehicles of this era are prone to hidden corrosion regardless of mileage. Despite the clean recent records, the inspector must check the suspension bushings, coil springs, and brake hoses for signs of perish rot or cracking caused by age rather than use. Testing the brake calipers for binding is also essential to ensure the low usage has not seized the components during periods of inactivity.