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OSG 800V

1979 Nissan 280 Zx

Red Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,127 mi
Last recorded86,127 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2008
Typical for 1979 Nissan 280 Zx56,204 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSG 800V
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2008 86,127 miles
Fail 26 Dec 2007 86,056 miles

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 84,252 miles

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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OSG 800V is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx in Red with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,204 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 OSG 800V, 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 47 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSG 800V?

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What year was OSG 800V registered?

OSG 800V is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is OSG 800V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSG 800V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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