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RUN 878N

1974 Datsun 260Z

Green Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

19,540 mi
Last recorded19,540 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUN 878N
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 19,540 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 19,530 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter is split at outer end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside inner sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 18,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 18,737 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 18,706 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 17,716 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 15,770 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 14,263 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 13,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 12,459 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 11,505 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 9,430 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 7,392 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 5,904 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 4,693 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 3,645 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 3,593 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

How Reliable is the Datsun 260Z?

Based on 1,198 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
position lamp(s) not working 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
brake binding 38
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RUN 878N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Green with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 37,329 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 260Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUN 878N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 260Z typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 52 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RUN 878N registered?

RUN 878N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 10 September 1974.

Is RUN 878N safe to buy?

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