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1991 Nissan 240k Skyline MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for 240k Skyline models manufactured in 1991, based on 74 real MOT test results.

60.8%
Pass Rate
39.2%
Fail Rate
74
Total Tests
119,292
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1991 Nissan 240k Skyline MOT Analysis

The 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline has an MOT pass rate of 60.8% based on 74 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 119,292 miles on the odometer. With a 39.2% failure rate, the 1991 240k Skyline is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline is Suspension, responsible for 5.4% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Body, chassis, structure is the second most common issue at 4.1%. Visibility follows at 2.7%.

⚠ Based on limited data (74 tests)

Top failures specific to 1991 models only. The overall 240k Skyline page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Suspension5.4%4
2Body, Chassis, Structure4.1%3
3Visibility2.7%2
4Steering1.4%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 119,292 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Suspension0.45% per 10K miBody & Structure0.34% per 10K miVisibility0.23% per 10K miSteering0.11% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Suspension0.455.4%4
Body & Structure0.344.1%3
Visibility0.232.7%2
Steering0.111.4%1

Mileage Statistics

119,292
Mean
104,818
Median
72,075
25th Percentile
173,732
75th Percentile
3.29% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline has an MOT pass rate of 60.8% based on 74 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 119,292 miles on the odometer. With a 39.2% failure rate, the 1991 240k Skyline is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 119,292 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Suspension — 5.4% of failures

Suspension issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Body, chassis, structure — 4.1% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 4.1% of MOT failures on 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Visibility — 2.7% of failures

Visibility issues account for 2.7% of MOT failures on 1991 Nissan 240k Skyline models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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