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BHZ 210

1978 Datsun 120Y

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,956 mi
Last recorded48,956 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Datsun 120Y47,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHZ 210
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 48,956 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 48,938 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 47,978 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 47,240 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
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BHZ 210 is a 1978 Datsun 120Y in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 47,240 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 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHZ 210, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BHZ 210?

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What year was BHZ 210 registered?

BHZ 210 is a 1978 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 22 August 1978.

Is BHZ 210 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHZ 210 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BHZ 210 have outstanding finance?

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