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TCR 547T

1978 Datsun 120Y

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,484 mi
Last recorded22,484 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Datsun 120Y47,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCR 547T
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 22,484 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 22,347 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 22,114 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2014 21,596 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2013 20,233 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,883 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 17,825 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 40,135 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 34,972 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 34,925 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre pressure low. † †corrosion to nearside front inner wheelarch

Pass 6 Sep 2006 33,714 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 33,714 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
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TCR 547T is a 1978 Datsun 120Y in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 47,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCR 547T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TCR 547T registered?

TCR 547T is a 1978 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 14 August 1978.

Is TCR 547T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCR 547T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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