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DGC 527S

1978 Datsun 120Y

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,229 mi
Last recorded69,229 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 Datsun 120Y47,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGC 527S
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2018 69,229 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 67,559 miles

Welding been done and painted over

Pass 5 Nov 2013 65,720 miles

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

Pass 23 Jan 2012 64,444 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake pipes heavily coated over

corrosion various parts of underbody and components some may go through with heavier tool ok at time of test with corrosion assessment tool could be some filler in places heavily coated over

could be filler some parts of body and underbody

Pass 28 Sep 2010 62,916 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake pipes and parts heavily coated over

corrosion various parts of underbody and components some may go through with heavier tool ok with corrosion assessment tool at time of test could be some filler in places but heavily coated over

could be filler in some parts of body

Pass 7 Jul 2009 61,742 miles

all brake pipes and various parts of under vehicle have been heavily covered over

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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DGC 527S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DGC 527S, 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

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What year was DGC 527S registered?

DGC 527S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 10 July 1978.

Is DGC 527S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGC 527S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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