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CNB 512M

1973 Datsun 240Z

Grey Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,487 mi
Last recorded39,487 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNB 512M
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 39,487 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 39,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 31,233 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 30,827 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 30,203 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 29,765 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,124 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,254 miles

near side front brake sticking

off side rear wheel bearing slight play

Pass 11 Sep 2009 28,094 miles

rear coil springs slighty loose when car is jacked up.

slight play in steering rack.

Pass 15 Aug 2008 27,680 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 27,031 miles

brakes to bed in,discs corroded from standing.

Fail 23 Jul 2007 27,031 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Datsun 240Z?

Based on 2,922 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
brake binding 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
position lamp(s) not working 51
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CNB 512M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Grey with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 43,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 240Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CNB 512M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 240Z typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 53 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CNB 512M registered?

CNB 512M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is CNB 512M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNB 512M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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