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E485 BVX

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Green Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,353 mi
Last recorded112,353 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE485 BVX
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2014 112,353 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 111,127 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 109,652 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 109,652 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 107,898 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 106,405 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 104,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 101,962 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 97,265 miles

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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E485 BVX is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Green with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Bluebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 97,083 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 E485 BVX, 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 38 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 E485 BVX registered?

E485 BVX is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E485 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E485 BVX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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