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F38 WRU

1989 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,495 mi
Last recorded103,495 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1989 Nissan Bluebird98,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 WRU
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 103,495 miles

Both front tyres perished

Both rear tyres perished

Slight oil leak

Pass 20 May 2015 103,080 miles

Both front tyres perishing

Pass 16 May 2014 102,317 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished in tread

both front tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

Fail 14 May 2014 102,309 miles

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

both front tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

both rear tyres slightly perished in tread

Pass 20 May 2013 101,635 miles

Both front tyres are perishing

Pass 16 May 2012 101,078 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 99,959 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 98,619 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 98,619 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 96,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 95,634 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 94,139 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 91,903 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (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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F38 WRU is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 F38 WRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F38 WRU?

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What year was F38 WRU registered?

F38 WRU is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 18 March 1989.

Is F38 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 WRU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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