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C247 TPJ

1986 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,870 mi
Last recorded73,870 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Nissan Bluebird91,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC247 TPJ
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 73,870 miles

Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 73,613 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 73,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 73,119 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 72,539 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 71,775 miles

N/S/F TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHING

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Apr 2021 71,772 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SECTION (6.1.2 (a))

N/S/F TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHING

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Apr 2020 71,141 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 69,847 miles

GENERAL CORROSION ON REAR SUSPENSION UNITS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Apr 2019 69,843 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL BACKING PANEL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SECTION (6.1.2 (a))

GENERAL CORROSION ON REAR SUSPENSION UNITS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Apr 2018 69,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SILENCER (7.1.2)

General corrosion to rear suspension units

Fail 13 Apr 2018 69,048 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SILENCER (7.1.2)

General corrosion to rear suspension units

N/S/R Tyre showing signs of having been run flat

Pass 7 Apr 2017 68,471 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SILENCER (7.1.2)

General corrosion to rear suspension units

Pass 8 Apr 2016 67,761 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE (7.1.2)

Front both tyres perrishing

Offside Rear tyre perrishing

Pass 7 Apr 2015 67,155 miles

centre silencer minor leak

Pass 15 Apr 2014 66,634 miles

centre exhaust has repair

Fail 15 Apr 2013 66,029 miles

ENGINE OIL DIP STICK MISSING

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 66,029 miles

ENGINE OIL DIP STICK MISSING

Pass 10 Apr 2012 55,910 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 64,518 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 63,536 miles

CENTRE SILENCER TEMP REPAIR

Pass 14 Apr 2009 62,500 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 61,712 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 61,712 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 60,919 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 59,725 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 59,725 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Nissan Bluebird?

Based on 72,347 MOT tests across 15,952 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,460
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
15,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 5,085
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,025
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,022
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,871
Steering rack gaiter split 2,468
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C247 TPJ is a 1986 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Nissan Bluebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 91,858 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Bluebird fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 5,085 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C247 TPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Bluebird typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Nissan Bluebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C247 TPJ registered?

C247 TPJ is a 1986 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 24 March 1986.

Is C247 TPJ safe to buy?

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