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FRX 618T

1979 Nissan 280 Zx

Blue Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,289 mi
Last recorded90,289 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Nissan 280 Zx56,204 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 618T
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 90,289 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension components deteriorated

Pass 22 Jul 2009 79,388 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 78,511 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 78,259 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 78,258 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s front tyre close to inner wing

Pass 5 Jul 2006 76,582 miles

wear in nearside drop arm bush

How Reliable is the Nissan 280 Zx?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 59
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
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FRX 618T is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx in Blue with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,204 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 280 Zx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRX 618T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 280 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRX 618T registered?

FRX 618T is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 20 March 1979.

Is FRX 618T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 618T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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