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F242 HRG

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,422 mi
Last recorded82,422 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF242 HRG
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 82,422 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT CORROSION ON BOTH REAR SILLS

Pass 14 Mar 2011 80,291 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 77,746 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 77,746 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 74,506 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 71,024 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 68,836 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 67,153 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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F242 HRG is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F242 HRG, 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 F242 HRG?

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What year was F242 HRG registered?

F242 HRG is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 24 September 1988.

Is F242 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F242 HRG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F242 HRG have outstanding finance?

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