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SOX 571S

1977 Datsun 260Z

White Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,884 mi
Last recorded82,884 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1977 Datsun 260Z73,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOX 571S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 82,884 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 79,605 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 79,604 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 79,114 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 77,975 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 76,690 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 75,604 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 73,640 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 73,149 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 72,360 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 70,871 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 70,239 miles

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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SOX 571S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z in White with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1977 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 73,719 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 SOX 571S, 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 49 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 SOX 571S registered?

SOX 571S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 26 October 1977.

Is SOX 571S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOX 571S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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