MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,892 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside reading low, may need adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
corrossion to nearside rear inner wheel arch
corrossion to nearside rear not within prescribed area
front suspension joints greased excessivly making examination difficult
handbrake has long travel
nearside front brake has slight bind
offside front brake pipe secured with cable ties
How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?
Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YEL 748S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1978 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 47,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Datsun 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YEL 748S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was YEL 748S registered?
YEL 748S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 19 June 1978.
Is YEL 748S safe to buy?
The MOT history for YEL 748S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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