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VAD 553S

1978 Datsun 260Z

Red Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,964 mi
Last recorded3,964 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAD 553S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 3,964 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 1,874 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 99,713 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 99,713 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wheels petruding beyond wheel arches

Pass 23 Aug 2005 99,328 miles

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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VAD 553S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in Red with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,872 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 VAD 553S, 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 48 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VAD 553S registered?

VAD 553S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is VAD 553S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAD 553S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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