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F522 RPE

1989 Nissan Bluebird

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

221,888 mi
Last recorded221,888 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1989 Nissan Bluebird98,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF522 RPE
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2009 221,888 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 221,888 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 213,915 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 204,229 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 204,217 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 195,303 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 195,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Acceptable corrosion to o/s rear chassis

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

o/s rear anti roll bar link bush deterioated

Pass 17 Nov 2005 183,058 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

left and right side dipped headlamps have poor beam pattern

rear number plate is in poor condition

right side headlamp glass is cracked

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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F522 RPE is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 F522 RPE, 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 F522 RPE registered?

F522 RPE is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F522 RPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F522 RPE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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