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VMR 957M

1974 Datsun 260Z

Blue Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,150 mi
Last recorded56,150 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 957M
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 56,150 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake clevis pin has a nail in it

Offside Rear knocking from rear

Fail 20 Jul 2018 56,144 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear handbrake clevis pin has a nail in it

Offside Rear knocking from rear

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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VMR 957M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Blue with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 37,329 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMR 957M, 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 52 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VMR 957M registered?

VMR 957M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is VMR 957M safe to buy?

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