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TYM 787S

1977 Datsun 260Z

Blue Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,095 mi
Last recorded4,095 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Datsun 260Z73,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYM 787S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 4,095 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 3,146 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 1,691 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 830 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 99,722 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 99,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2012 98,820 miles

both rear back plates catching on rear drums

Fail 9 Aug 2012 98,819 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

alternator wires loose

anti flex bracket on rack loose

battery loose

both rear back plates catching on rear drums

both rear brake pipes very close to rear lower suspension knuckles

clutch slave leaking

undere bonnet wiring needs securing

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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TYM 787S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z in Blue with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TYM 787S, 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.

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What year was TYM 787S registered?

TYM 787S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 8 August 1977.

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