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AAB 454M

1974 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,576 mi
Last recorded12,576 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAB 454M
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,576 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 12,576 miles

Centre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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AAB 454M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 37,329 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AAB 454M, 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 52 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAB 454M registered?

AAB 454M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 11 March 1974.

Is AAB 454M safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAB 454M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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