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F451 NBW

1989 Nissan Bluebird

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,981 mi
Last recorded147,981 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2007
Typical for 1989 Nissan Bluebird98,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF451 NBW
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2007 147,981 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Jul 2007 147,328 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

ALL ANTI-ROLL BAR BUSHES SPLITTING.

BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHT PLAY DETECTED AND STARTING TO GET NOISEY.

FRONT BUMPER LOOSE BUT NOT INSECURE.

INTERIOR MIRROR MISSING.

N/S/R ANTI-ROLL BAR BUSH HAS SLIGHT PLAY.

O/S/F WING BY BUMPER HOLED AND CORRODED.

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH SIDES OF STEERING RACK.

Pass 11 Jul 2006 141,757 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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F451 NBW is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F451 NBW, 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 F451 NBW?

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What year was F451 NBW registered?

F451 NBW is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F451 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F451 NBW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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