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CSG 14L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Black Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

83,666 mi
Last recorded83,666 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSG 14L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2018 83,666 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 83,630 miles

front brakes slightly binding

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 3 Jul 2017 83,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brakes slightly binding

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 11 May 2017 83,599 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded all points both sides (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired all points both sides (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

excessive corrosion and badly repaired patches on chassis and body

Pass 26 Apr 2016 82,599 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 80,671 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 76,149 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 76,144 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front 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)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 71,697 miles

rear wheel archs corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2013 71,697 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear wheel archs corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2012 63,180 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 55,201 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 47,853 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 42,000 miles

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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CSG 14L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Black with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CSG 14L, 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.

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CSG 14L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 16 March 1973.

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