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WBN 465K

1972 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

4,039 mi
Last recorded4,039 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBN 465K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 4,039 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 4,038 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 3,877 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 2,714 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Light lens slightly loose

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 1,825 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering rack

Fail 15 Sep 2017 1,825 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering rack

Pass 13 Jul 2016 919 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 671 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 671 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside drive flange loose

Pass 24 Mar 2014 184 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 99,006 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 99,006 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 97,942 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 97,942 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 97,046 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 96,536 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 96,329 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 96,227 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 240Z?

Based on 2,922 MOT tests across 436 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 106
brake binding 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
position lamp(s) not working 51
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WBN 465K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1972 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,770 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 240Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBN 465K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 240Z typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WBN 465K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 5 May 1972.

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