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XUX 84S

1978 Datsun 260Z

Maroon Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,065 mi
Last recorded5,065 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Datsun 260Z55,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUX 84S
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 5,065 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 2,746 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 2,745 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 99,782 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 99,722 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 93,827 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,121 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 83,012 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 76,029 miles

both sides front track rod ends and lower swivel joints rubber covers missing

Pass 25 Mar 2011 73,761 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 73,758 miles

bolt missing from exhaust manifold.

choke inoperative.

n/s/f indicator lense damaged.

Fail 20 Jul 2009 73,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Coolant leak

bolt missing from exhaust manifold.

choke inoperative.

handbrake requires adjustment.

n/s/f indicator lense damaged.

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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XUX 84S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z in Maroon with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,872 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 XUX 84S, 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 48 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XUX 84S registered?

XUX 84S is a 1978 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is XUX 84S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUX 84S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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