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BHJ 748T

1978 Datsun 260Z

White Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,450 mi
Last recorded15,450 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 748T
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,450 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 15,438 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 15,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 15,416 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,382 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 15,374 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 15,360 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 15,316 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 15,213 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 15,103 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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BHJ 748T is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in White with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BHJ 748T, 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 BHJ 748T registered?

BHJ 748T is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 16 August 1978.

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