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DNZ 260

1978 Datsun 260Z

Green Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,928 mi
Last recorded88,928 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 260
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 88,928 miles

Vehicle protected in underseal

Fail 15 Aug 2024 88,928 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle protected in underseal

Pass 24 Oct 2018 88,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2018 88,422 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 88,278 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 88,061 miles

very slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 24 Jun 2006 87,742 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

n/s/r tyre 2mm wear left .

Pass 24 Jun 2006 87,742 miles

n/s/r tyre 2mm wear left .

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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DNZ 260 is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in Green with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,872 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 260Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DNZ 260, 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 48 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DNZ 260?

You can check the full history of DNZ 260 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DNZ 260 registered?

DNZ 260 is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 2 February 1978.

Is DNZ 260 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 260 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DNZ 260 have outstanding finance?

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