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BML 144T

1979 Datsun 260Z

White Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

24,761 mi
Last recorded24,761 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Datsun 260Z55,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 144T
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 24,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 24,548 miles

both front tyres perished

Fail 13 Jun 2014 24,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres perished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 18 Oct 2012 24,539 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 24,539 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 24,484 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s and n/s rear of sills rusty

Fail 6 Mar 2009 24,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s and n/s rear of sills rusty

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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BML 144T is a 1979 Datsun 260Z in White with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1979 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 55,805 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 BML 144T, 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 47 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BML 144T registered?

BML 144T is a 1979 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 16 January 1979.

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