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F215 RLW

1989 Nissan Bluebird

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,209 mi
Last recorded48,209 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 1989 Nissan Bluebird98,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF215 RLW
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 48,209 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 46,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracked

n/s stablizer bar rubber slightly worn

n/s wing mirror cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2009 46,949 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracked

n/s stablizer bar rubber slightly worn

n/s wing mirror cracked

Pass 25 Sep 2008 45,557 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both rear tyre outter wall cracked

Pass 27 Sep 2007 44,354 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 44,354 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 42,657 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 42,657 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 41,250 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 41,250 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (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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F215 RLW is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Nissan Bluebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 98,948 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 F215 RLW, 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 37 years old, this Nissan Bluebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F215 RLW registered?

F215 RLW is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 11 May 1989.

Is F215 RLW safe to buy?

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