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UPM 840X

1982 Nissan 280 Zx

Red Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,783 mi
Last recorded101,783 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1982 Nissan 280 Zx83,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPM 840X
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 101,783 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 101,602 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 101,200 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 100,611 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 100,095 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 99,523 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 99,229 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 98,517 miles

offside rear lower inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 29 May 2015 98,406 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 98,069 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 97,250 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 97,250 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 96,511 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 95,533 miles

offside front inner wing starting to corrode

Pass 28 May 2010 95,154 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 95,152 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both main chassis members showing damage

damage showing to nearside outer sill to floor plus seam showing corrosion

nearside rear floor showing corrosion

offside front floor and lower inner wheel arch corroded through

Pass 19 May 2009 94,136 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 May 2009 94,134 miles

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2008 92,134 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 90,399 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 May 2007 90,397 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2006 89,383 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 280 Zx?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 59
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
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UPM 840X is a 1982 Nissan 280 Zx in Red with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 83,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 280 Zx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPM 840X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 280 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 44 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UPM 840X registered?

UPM 840X is a 1982 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 15 June 1982.

Is UPM 840X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPM 840X shows 22 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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