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DIG 240

1973 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,517 mi
Last recorded4,517 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 240
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2025 4,517 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024
Pass 26 Jul 2023 3,639 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 3,049 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 1,223 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 353 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 344 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 10,621 miles

slight brake bind n/s/r and o/s/r

Pass 23 Apr 2016 10,518 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 10,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,475 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,405 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 10,344 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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DIG 240 is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DIG 240, 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.

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How do I check the history of DIG 240?

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What year was DIG 240 registered?

DIG 240 is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is DIG 240 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 240 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DIG 240 have outstanding finance?

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