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FCV 327L

1972 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,068 mi
Last recorded60,068 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCV 327L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2017 60,068 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

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

Nearside Inner Steering rack gaiter deteriorated clip missing (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Inner Steering rack gaiter deteriorated clip missing (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 58,485 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Aug 2015 57,487 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 56,310 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

offside rear brake back plate catching drum

Pass 29 Jul 2013 55,917 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 54,987 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear drive shaft uj slight play

slight leak on rear diff

Pass 3 Aug 2011 54,111 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 52,803 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 52,105 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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FCV 327L is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,770 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 FCV 327L, 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 54 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FCV 327L is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 September 1972.

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