CarVerify

Free Car Check

888 JXT

1970 Datsun 240Z

Orange Petrol 2398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,487 mi
Last recorded10,487 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 1970 Datsun 240Z27,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Datsun
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration888 JXT
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 10,487 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 7,553 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 7,283 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2017 6,412 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 6,412 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 May 2016 92,760 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 92,760 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 91,920 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 89,880 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 43,262 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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
Full Datsun 240Z reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

888 JXT is a 1970 Datsun 240Z in Orange with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1970 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 27,850 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 888 JXT, 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 56 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 888 JXT?

You can check the full history of 888 JXT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 888 JXT registered?

888 JXT is a 1970 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is 888 JXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 888 JXT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 888 JXT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 888 JXT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.