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ULJ 848S

1977 Datsun 260Z

Blue Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

60,029 mi
Last recorded60,029 miles
Recorded on21 May 2007
Typical for 1977 Datsun 260Z73,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULJ 848S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 May 2007 60,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 May 2006 57,696 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 57,696 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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ULJ 848S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z in Blue with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ULJ 848S, 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 ULJ 848S registered?

ULJ 848S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 3 November 1977.

Is ULJ 848S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULJ 848S shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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