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CUH 899L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Green Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,821 mi
Last recorded98,821 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUH 899L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 98,821 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 98,636 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 98,601 miles

Nearside front side light dim

Nearside front tyre starting to crack

Offside front tyre cracking

Pass 28 Jul 2014 98,558 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 98,464 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 98,167 miles

difficult to inspect components due to excess under seal

Pass 6 Jun 2011 97,950 miles

both rear shock absorbers have slight misting of oil

Pass 13 May 2010 97,558 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

floors not fully inspected due to excessive use of underseal

Fail 4 May 2010 97,555 miles

Nearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

floors not fully inspected due to excessive use of underseal

Pass 24 May 2008 97,286 miles

Play in steering rack

Pass 9 Jun 2007 96,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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CUH 899L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Green with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 43,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CUH 899L, 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 53 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CUH 899L registered?

CUH 899L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is CUH 899L safe to buy?

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