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WCW 260V

1979 Nissan 280 Zx

Black Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,205 mi
Last recorded56,205 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Nissan 280 Zx56,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCW 260V
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 56,205 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 56,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 55,952 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 55,952 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 55,520 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,033 miles

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

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

vehicle undersealed

Pass 19 Apr 2018 53,365 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 52,965 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 51,942 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 51,942 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Nissan 280 Zx?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 59
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
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WCW 260V is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx in Black with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,204 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 280 Zx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCW 260V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 280 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WCW 260V registered?

WCW 260V is a 1979 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 19 October 1979.

Is WCW 260V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCW 260V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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