Datsun Bluebird (1983)
1983 Datsun Bluebird
CarHunch analysed 164 real MOT records for the 1983 Datsun Bluebird. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
What to check before buying a 1983 Datsun Bluebird
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (92%) | 151 | 0.7% | 0 |
| Diesel (8%) | 13 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1983 Datsun Bluebird vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1983 Datsun Bluebird vehicles fall between 39,894 and 39,894 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1983 Datsun Bluebird
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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137.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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125%
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
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62.5%
Rear subframe bushes slightly detriorated
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50%
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arms bushes generally deteriorated
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50%
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underfloor areas generally corroded
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50%
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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50%
outer sills corroded
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50%
Nearside Rear underwing rear section closing panel holed
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1983. Counts include advisories and failures.
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