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JDZ 240

1974 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,016 mi
Last recorded23,016 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Datsun 240Z47,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDZ 240
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 23,016 miles

Oil leak ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 21,747 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 21,308 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 21,308 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 20,749 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 20,000 miles

both headlamps dim

handbrake travel req.attn.soon.

slight free play detected at steering wheel

slight play in lower steering coupling

sqeak on front suspention

Pass 5 Apr 2008 19,127 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 17,318 miles

engine a bit smokey

n/s/front wheel slight play.

n/s/rear slight wheel bind

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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JDZ 240 is a 1974 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 47,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JDZ 240, 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 52 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JDZ 240 registered?

JDZ 240 is a 1974 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 23 October 1974.

Is JDZ 240 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDZ 240 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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