CarVerify

Free Car Check

CLG 898S

1978 Datsun 120Y

Red Petrol 1171cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,840 mi
Last recorded32,840 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 Datsun 120Y47,240 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

RegistrationCLG 898S
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
View full Datsun 120Y reliability data

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

1 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2014 32,840 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
Full Datsun 120Y 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

CLG 898S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CLG 898S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CLG 898S?

You can check the full history of CLG 898S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CLG 898S registered?

CLG 898S is a 1978 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 7 March 1978.

Is CLG 898S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLG 898S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLG 898S 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 CLG 898S. 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.