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CAB 139N

1974 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,656 mi
Last recorded27,656 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAB 139N
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 27,656 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,886 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 24,220 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 23,463 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 22,574 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 21,393 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake vacuum pipe rubbing on bonnet

offside hand brake cable cable tied to fuel and brake pipes and been rubbing on driveshaft

offside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand

slight misting of fuel at pump and carbuator

Pass 18 Aug 2011 21,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

brake vacuum pipe rubbing on bonnet

offside hand brake cable cable tied to fuel and brake pipes and been rubbing on driveshaft

offside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand

slight misting of fuel at pump and carbuator

Pass 21 Aug 2010 20,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Spare tyre defective

nearside numberplate lamp very dim

Pass 3 Aug 2009 19,731 miles

Slight play in offside front steering tie rod.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 19,705 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,461 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 19,327 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 19,326 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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CAB 139N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 CAB 139N, 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 CAB 139N registered?

CAB 139N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 13 August 1974.

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