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KNV 229N

1975 Datsun 120Y

Turquoise Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,651 mi
Last recorded55,651 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1975 Datsun 120Y67,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNV 229N
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1975
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 May 2017 55,651 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
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KNV 229N is a 1975 Datsun 120Y in Turquoise with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 67,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KNV 229N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 51 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KNV 229N registered?

KNV 229N is a 1975 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 8 July 1975.

Is KNV 229N safe to buy?

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