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BJU 136K

1971 Datsun 240Z

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,811 mi
Last recorded57,811 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1971 Datsun 240Z51,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJU 136K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 57,811 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 57,811 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 55,476 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 52,312 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 52,311 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 49,133 miles

handbrake made only minimum requirement

Fail 14 Mar 2017 49,063 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 47,940 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 42,313 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 41,885 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 36,127 miles

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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BJU 136K is a 1971 Datsun 240Z in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1971 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,114 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 BJU 136K, 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 55 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJU 136K registered?

BJU 136K is a 1971 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 November 1971.

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