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6YUH463

1972 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,095 mi
Last recorded35,095 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6YUH463
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 35,095 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 35,086 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

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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6YUH463 is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 6YUH463, 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 6YUH463 registered?

6YUH463 is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is 6YUH463 safe to buy?

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