MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,106 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Oil leak
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Datsun 260Z?
Based on 1,198 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VCZ 228 is a 1979 Datsun 260Z in Maroon with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.
Across all 1979 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 55,805 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 VCZ 228, 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 47 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 VCZ 228?
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What year was VCZ 228 registered?
VCZ 228 is a 1979 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 28 March 1979.
Is VCZ 228 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VCZ 228 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VCZ 228 have outstanding finance?
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