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E972 ECD

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,237 mi
Last recorded82,237 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE972 ECD
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2018 82,237 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,278 miles

oil leak from oil pressure switch

Pass 25 Apr 2016 80,625 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 79,878 miles

both rear tyres are starting to perish

Pass 22 Apr 2014 79,196 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 78,157 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 77,882 miles

power steering fluid low

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 77,738 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 77,456 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 76,653 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 76,016 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 74,700 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 72,785 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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E972 ECD is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E972 ECD, 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 E972 ECD registered?

E972 ECD is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 21 March 1988.

Is E972 ECD safe to buy?

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