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FTN 424K

1972 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,007 mi
Last recorded29,007 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTN 424K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 29,007 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 28,693 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,382 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 28,271 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

underbody corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2014 28,271 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2014 28,271 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

underbody corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2013 27,980 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 27,980 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 27,754 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 27,749 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

water pump leaking. †rear diff.leaking.gearbox leaking.

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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FTN 424K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FTN 424K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTN 424K registered?

FTN 424K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 February 1972.

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