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GHH 736V

1980 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,979 mi
Last recorded49,979 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHH 736V
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 49,979 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 48,208 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,197 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 42,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 42,155 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,062 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 42,005 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 42,004 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GHH 736V is a 1980 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GHH 736V, 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 46 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHH 736V registered?

GHH 736V is a 1980 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 8 February 1980.

Is GHH 736V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHH 736V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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