MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
3,964 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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
How Reliable is the Datsun 260Z?
Based on 1,198 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VAD 553S?
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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.
Does VAD 553S have outstanding finance?
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