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GAW 105M

1973 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

84,867 mi
Last recorded84,867 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAW 105M
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 84,867 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 84,820 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 84,787 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 84,376 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 83,940 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 83,463 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 82,835 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion very slight (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 82,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion very slight (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 82,507 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 82,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 82,443 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 82,089 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 81,971 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 81,697 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 81,697 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 81,072 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 10 Mar 2009 81,072 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Coolant leak

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

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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GAW 105M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GAW 105M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAW 105M registered?

GAW 105M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is GAW 105M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAW 105M shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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