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F538 AFL

1989 Nissan Bluebird

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,397 mi
Last recorded146,397 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Nissan Bluebird98,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF538 AFL
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 146,397 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 146,380 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 142,591 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 140,479 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 137,772 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 133,467 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 126,704 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 121,052 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 115,698 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 110,362 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 105,482 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 100,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 94,627 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 87,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 79,653 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 71,456 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 63,565 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 56,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 49,200 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 43,617 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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F538 AFL is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F538 AFL, 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 F538 AFL?

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What year was F538 AFL registered?

F538 AFL is a 1989 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F538 AFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F538 AFL shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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