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FWX 370

1972 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,123 mi
Last recorded56,123 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWX 370
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 56,123 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 56,061 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 55,684 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 55,648 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,544 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 55,515 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake pads low

offside front brake disc pitted

slight imbalance front brakes

Pass 8 Apr 2010 54,088 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 51,694 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 49,634 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 49,582 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 44,404 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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FWX 370 is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FWX 370, 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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What year was FWX 370 registered?

FWX 370 is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 4 December 1972.

Is FWX 370 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWX 370 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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