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KCZ 8555

1981 Nissan 280 Zx

Green Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

38,599 mi
Last recorded38,599 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 Nissan 280 Zx57,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 8555
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 38,599 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 38,382 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 38,066 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 36,522 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,289 miles

slight leak power steering rack

Pass 25 Aug 2020 136,006 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear slight corrosion on the rear arches.

Rear slight leak for the rear differential.

Pass 23 Aug 2019 35,626 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 35,626 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 34,992 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 34,972 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail /subframe mounting 2 areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective full beam mounting bracket loose (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 33,983 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 33,018 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 132,111 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 30,665 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,843 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 29,812 miles

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre starting to perish on inner wall

Pass 22 Aug 2012 28,508 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 28,473 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 27,216 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 24,777 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 22,954 miles

n/s/f/ floor pan starting to corrode

Pass 9 Sep 2008 19,955 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 18,903 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 18,902 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

n/s drop arm bush worn

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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KCZ 8555 is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx in Green with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1981 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,739 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 KCZ 8555, 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 45 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 KCZ 8555 registered?

KCZ 8555 is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KCZ 8555 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCZ 8555 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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