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24 OZ

1972 Datsun 240Z

Orange Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,991 mi
Last recorded26,991 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration24 OZ
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 26,991 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 22,277 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))

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))

Underside rusty in places

Fail 26 Jun 2025 22,277 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Vehicle out of fuel (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))

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))

Underside rusty in places

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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24 OZ is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Orange with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 24 OZ, 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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What year was 24 OZ registered?

24 OZ is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is 24 OZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 24 OZ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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