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A171 VMF

1983 Nissan 280 Zx

Red Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,264 mi
Last recorded61,264 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 1983 Nissan 280 Zx73,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA171 VMF
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 61,264 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 61,125 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,909 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 60,574 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 60,433 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 60,203 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 60,027 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 59,699 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,447 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 59,407 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 59,247 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 59,247 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 59,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 59,154 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 59,079 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 59,000 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 58,887 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 58,396 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 280 Zx?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 59
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
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A171 VMF is a 1983 Nissan 280 Zx in Red with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1983 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 73,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 280 Zx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A171 VMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 280 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A171 VMF registered?

A171 VMF is a 1983 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A171 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A171 VMF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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