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EJC 558X

1981 Nissan 280 Zx

Black Petrol 2753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,928 mi
Last recorded30,928 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Nissan 280 Zx57,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJC 558X
MakeNissan
Model280 Zx
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,753cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 30,928 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 30,835 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 30,638 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 30,085 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 29,684 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 29,406 miles

n/s/f o/s/f n/s/r tyres starting to crack in side wall no cord though

Fail 18 Jun 2012 29,366 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,097 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 29,086 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 28,567 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 28,567 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2008 28,556 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 24,504 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 24,487 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Nissan 280 Zx?

Based on 1,623 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 98
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 59
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
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EJC 558X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx in Black with a 2,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1981 Nissan 280 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 280 Zx fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJC 558X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 280 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Nissan 280 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJC 558X registered?

EJC 558X is a 1981 Nissan 280 Zx, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is EJC 558X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJC 558X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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