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E738 MAS

1985 Nissan 300 Zx

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

181,779 mi
Last recorded181,779 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1985 Nissan 300 Zx74,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE738 MAS
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 181,779 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 181,759 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Power steering pipe to steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front TCA bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front TCA bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Front crossmember / TCA mount areas (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Nissan 300 Zx?

Based on 30,576 MOT tests across 3,810 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
1,225
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
3,810
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,493
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,351
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,351
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 869
fog lamp not working 867
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E738 MAS is a 1985 Nissan 300 Zx in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 74,641 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 Nissan 300 Zx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,493 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E738 MAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 300 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E738 MAS registered?

E738 MAS is a 1985 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is E738 MAS safe to buy?

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