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E511 DEV

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

139,425 mi
Last recorded139,425 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE511 DEV
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2010 139,425 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 139,420 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 129,212 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 129,211 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 117,369 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 117,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 109,253 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 103,731 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 103,731 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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E511 DEV is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E511 DEV, 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.

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What year was E511 DEV registered?

E511 DEV is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 27 January 1988.

Is E511 DEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E511 DEV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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