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NISSAN SKYLINE (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 258 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

258

Avg Mileage

101,907 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,247

Is the 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the NISSAN brand average of 81%.

At 21 years old, 85% of NISSAN SKYLINEs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 258 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 101,907 miles.

How does the 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars51th out of 445(top 11%)
Rank among all NISSAN models256th out of 660(top 39%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average+13% (72% avg)
vs NISSAN average+4% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE has 101,907 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a NISSAN SKYLINE?

The most reliable year is the 2009 model with a 98% MOT pass rate, while the 1992 model has the lowest at 82%. The 2003 sits between the two at 85%.

How much does a 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2569cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,247
Per month£187/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

NISSAN SKYLINE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201989%6687,029 mi
201898%8084,620 mi
201791%12985,737 mi
201683%24585,189 mi
201587%22678,961 mi
201490%8979,683 mi
201397%3875,385 mi
2012100%3265,028 mi
201195%38101,390 mi
201088%5286,660 mi
200998%8595,126 mi
200894%21684,281 mi
200785%21494,016 mi
200691%25283,370 mi
200589%315100,870 mi
200489%21284,700 mi
200385%258101,907 mi
200291%8662,088 mi
200193%10254,061 mi
200092%23288,823 mi
199992%31970,717 mi
199896%25388,267 mi
199796%13384,841 mi
199686%12190,453 mi
199586%20878,720 mi
199489%10385,017 mi
199386%11184,662 mi
199282%8974,996 mi
199194%5472,031 mi
199087%6365,740 mi

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About the 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE

The 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE is a large car with a 2569cc petrol engine. 258 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 11% of all 2003 cars for reliability.

With an average of 101,907 miles at 21 years old, NISSAN SKYLINE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2003 NISSAN SKYLINE Fuel Costs

The 2569cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,247 (£187/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

NISSAN SKYLINE Reliability Trend

The NISSAN SKYLINE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE

At 21 years old, the NISSAN SKYLINE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2009 model has the highest pass rate at 98%.

Alternatives to the 2003 NISSAN SKYLINE

The NISSAN SKYLINE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: