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SUX 981H

1970 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,590 mi
Last recorded59,590 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1970 Datsun 240Z27,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUX 981H
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2019 59,590 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,557 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2014 58,456 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 58,456 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 58,319 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 55,964 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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SUX 981H is a 1970 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 27,850 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 SUX 981H, 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 56 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SUX 981H registered?

SUX 981H is a 1970 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is SUX 981H safe to buy?

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