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MYW 850X

1981 Nissan 280 Zx

Red Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,236 mi
Last recorded45,236 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
Typical for 1981 Nissan 280 Zx57,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYW 850X
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2011 45,236 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside front floor rusting

Offside front brake pipe rusting

Offside front floor rusting

Fail 24 Jun 2011 45,235 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plate cracked

Nearside front floor rusting

Offside front brake pipe rusting

Offside front floor rusting

Pass 16 Jul 2010 44,829 miles

Battery insecure

Brake fluid H2O content above 3% advise brake fluid change

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear outer sill panel rusting

Fail 29 Jun 2010 44,828 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Battery insecure

Brake fluid H2O content above 3% advise brake fluid change

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside rear outer sill panel rusting

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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MYW 850X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx in Red with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MYW 850X, 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 MYW 850X registered?

MYW 850X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is MYW 850X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYW 850X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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