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250 EHN

1978 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,691 mi
Last recorded71,691 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration250 EHN
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 71,691 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 71,569 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 71,247 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 71,036 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 70,601 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 70,044 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 70,438 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 19 May 2011 69,987 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2011 69,987 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 69,805 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 69,792 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 69,717 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 69,701 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 69,676 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 260Z?

Based on 1,198 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
position lamp(s) not working 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
brake binding 38
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250 EHN is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 260Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 250 EHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 260Z typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 250 EHN registered?

250 EHN is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is 250 EHN safe to buy?

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