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VYU 206M

1974 Datsun 260Z

Grey Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

94,714 mi
Last recorded94,714 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYU 206M
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 94,714 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 93,104 miles
Pass 6 May 2022
Pass 21 Apr 2021 90,903 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 89,842 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 89,840 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Track rack rod end boots perished, still preventing ingress of dirt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 88,875 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 87,770 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 86,417 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 84,955 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 83,660 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 82,494 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 81,264 miles

Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 80,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 78,606 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 77,000 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 75,560 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 73,671 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 71,762 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

under side of vehicle has been restored and heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Oct 2005 69,785 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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VYU 206M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Grey with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 VYU 206M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYU 206M registered?

VYU 206M is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 24 July 1974.

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