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SHT 800S

1978 Datsun 260Z

Gold Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,779 mi
Last recorded8,779 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHT 800S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 8,779 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 8,744 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 8,704 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 8,689 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 8,626 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 8,464 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 8,416 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 8,296 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 8,288 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

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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SHT 800S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in Gold with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SHT 800S, 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 48 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SHT 800S registered?

SHT 800S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 10 March 1978.

Is SHT 800S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHT 800S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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