1996 Nissan Skyline 2.5L Petrol · N917 ALS

The roadworthiness status of this Nissan Skyline is currently sound, supported by an improving maintenance trend that culminates in a clean pass on 26 August 2025 at 89,063 miles with zero defects recorded. The previous two tests on 5 August 2024 at 87,681 miles and 10 July 2023 at 83,739 miles also resulted in clean passes without advisories. A curious administrative failure occurred on 10 July 2023 at the exact same mileage of 83,739 miles, which immediately preceded the same-day pass, pointing toward a procedural re-test or administrative correction rather than a mechanical defect. The vehicle has accumulated 89,063 miles over approximately seventeen years, averaging a modest 5,239 miles annually. This low mileage profile indicates light recreational use or extended periods of storage, a pattern reinforced by the exceptionally clean test sheets carrying no advisory items for perishable components such as tyres or suspension bushes. Mileage accumulation has remained steady between tests, showing roughly 3,942 miles driven between July 2023 and August 2024, followed by 1,382 miles accrued between August 2024 and August 2025. Prospective buyers should inspect the vehicle in person with a focus on areas typically affected by age and intermittent use rather than active test failures. Extended storage can cause corrosion on brake discs, seizing of brake calipers, and hardening of rubber suspension components even if they pass a visual MOT inspection. Given the import status and enthusiast nature of the Skyline model, an exhaustive ramp inspection remains essential to verify the structural integrity of the chassis rails, floor pan, and suspension mounting points against underside corrosion.