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GGB 393L

1972 Datsun 240Z

Orange Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,978 mi
Last recorded73,978 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2011
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGB 393L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2011 73,978 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 8 Feb 2010 73,840 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 73,637 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 73,461 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 73,461 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2006 73,006 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 73,006 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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GGB 393L is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Orange with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GGB 393L, 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 GGB 393L registered?

GGB 393L is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 21 November 1972.

Is GGB 393L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGB 393L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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