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F538 LNO

1988 Nissan Bluebird

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

265,375 mi
Last recorded265,375 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 1988 Nissan Bluebird97,083 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF538 LNO
MakeNissan
ModelBluebird
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 265,375 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 262,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Dec 2006 262,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 259,943 miles

n/s front suspention top may req attention soon n/s rear door slam panel very rusty

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 LNO is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F538 LNO, 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 F538 LNO?

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What year was F538 LNO registered?

F538 LNO is a 1988 Nissan Bluebird, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F538 LNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F538 LNO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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