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RPD 368X

1981 Nissan 280 Zx

Multi-colour Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,752 mi
Last recorded31,752 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Nissan 280 Zx57,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPD 368X
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1981
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 31,752 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 31,752 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 31,682 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 31,679 miles

Brake operation stored air pressure or vacuum depletes when ancillary equipment is operated (1.1.3 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2012 31,503 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 31,478 miles

nearside front steering idler arm has slight vertical movement

Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,442 miles

slight play in nearside front steering idler arm

Pass 31 Jul 2009 31,422 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 31,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight play in n/s steering idler arm

Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,351 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

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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RPD 368X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx in Multi-colour with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RPD 368X, 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 RPD 368X registered?

RPD 368X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 18 August 1981.

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