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FFA 196A

2014 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,619 mi
Last recorded63,619 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2014 Datsun 240Z38,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 196A
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 63,619 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 63,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 63,534 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated at pump x2 (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2022 63,532 miles

Brake performance not tested parking brake inoperative (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated at pump x2 (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 62,688 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 62,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 61,461 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 58,900 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 56,157 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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FFA 196A is a 2014 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2014 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 38,133 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 FFA 196A, 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 12 years old, this Datsun 240Z is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FFA 196A registered?

FFA 196A is a 2014 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 July 2014.

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