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VGH 563W

1980 Datsun 260Z

Blue Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,852 mi
Last recorded96,852 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGH 563W
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2007 96,852 miles

showing signs of rust front to rear

Fail 31 Jan 2007 96,840 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 96,831 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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VGH 563W is a 1980 Datsun 260Z in Blue with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VGH 563W, 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 46 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 VGH 563W registered?

VGH 563W is a 1980 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 20 August 1980.

Is VGH 563W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGH 563W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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