CarVerify

Free Car Check

E842 AOD

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

227,369 mi
Last recorded227,369 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE842 AOD
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 227,369 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are perished.

Pass 17 Sep 2015 226,077 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 226,077 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 223,985 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 222,722 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 220,484 miles

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 3 Jun 2011 211,019 miles

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 201,724 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 199,388 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 199,388 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 187,736 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 177,996 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 168,764 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
Full Nissan Bluebird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E842 AOD is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 E842 AOD, 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

How do I check the history of E842 AOD?

You can check the full history of E842 AOD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E842 AOD registered?

E842 AOD is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 16 February 1988.

Is E842 AOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E842 AOD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E842 AOD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E842 AOD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.