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DNP 216N

1974 Datsun 240Z

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,834 mi
Last recorded16,834 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Datsun 240Z47,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNP 216N
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 16,834 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 16,504 miles

scratch marks on screen

Pass 27 Aug 2015 16,131 miles

brake pedal has little reserve travel

light scratches on windscreen

Fail 19 Aug 2015 16,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pedal has little reserve travel

light scratches on windscreen

Pass 27 Aug 2014 15,698 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,416 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,159 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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DNP 216N is a 1974 Datsun 240Z in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 47,440 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 DNP 216N, 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 52 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DNP 216N registered?

DNP 216N is a 1974 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 10 September 1974.

Is DNP 216N safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNP 216N shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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