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PAZ 2405

1974 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

7,717 mi
Last recorded7,717 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1974 Datsun 240Z47,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAZ 2405
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2011 7,717 miles

Front brake discs worn

Hose to clutch cylinder twisted, bulging and slightly leaking

Slight lift in both front lower outer swivels

VIN/CHASSIS NUMBER NOT FOUND AT TIME OF TEST

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 May 2011 7,715 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake discs worn

Hose to clutch cylinder twisted, bulging and slightly leaking

Slight lift in both front lower outer swivels

VIN/CHASSIS NUMBER NOT FOUND AT TIME OF TEST

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 6,686 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 6,663 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 5,319 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 4,122 miles

Nearside seat belt slightly frayed

Oil leak

slight play in offside front lower balljoint

slight play in steering

Fail 13 Sep 2007 4,061 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

n/s seat belt frayed on end

slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Sep 2006 2,212 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 2,169 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Corrosion by nearside rear inner sill

Corrosion starting in offside inner to outer sill

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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PAZ 2405 is a 1974 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 PAZ 2405, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PAZ 2405 registered?

PAZ 2405 is a 1974 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is PAZ 2405 safe to buy?

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