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SFL 280K

2003 Datsun 240Z

Green Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

322,754 mi
Last recorded322,754 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 2003 Datsun 240Z65,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFL 280K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 322,754 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 19,502 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 19,363 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2006 315,835 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 315,787 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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SFL 280K is a 2003 Datsun 240Z in Green with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 65,116 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 SFL 280K, 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 23 years old, this Datsun 240Z is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SFL 280K registered?

SFL 280K is a 2003 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SFL 280K safe to buy?

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