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UNJ 166S

1977 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,992 mi
Last recorded19,992 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 1977 Datsun 260Z73,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNJ 166S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 19,992 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 18,622 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 17,272 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 17,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 5.311 (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 May 2017 15,661 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,932 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 13,960 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 11,968 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 10,031 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 8,746 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 8,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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UNJ 166S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UNJ 166S, 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 UNJ 166S registered?

UNJ 166S is a 1977 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is UNJ 166S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNJ 166S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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