Yes it is possible some clueless individual bored a Nikasil cylinder without plating it, but no it will not last. If you suspect it has been sleeved, look at the base of the cylinder. The dark grey of an iron liner should be readily evident compared to the light coloured aluminum. Also a magnet will stick to an iron liner.
If you are unsure, any decent bike shop should be able to help you get the correct parts, and set them up to last, even if you are doing the assembly yourself.