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GNS 499T

1979 Datsun 260Z

Blue Petrol 2565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,734 mi
Last recorded75,734 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Datsun 260Z55,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNS 499T
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,565cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2019 75,734 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2017 75,529 miles

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 75,332 miles

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

slight play in rack

Pass 14 Sep 2013 74,396 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 73,760 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 73,087 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 72,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 71,798 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 71,741 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 70,215 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 69,694 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 260Z?

Based on 1,198 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
position lamp(s) not working 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 40
brake binding 38
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GNS 499T is a 1979 Datsun 260Z in Blue with a 2,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 55,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 260Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNS 499T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 260Z typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 47 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GNS 499T registered?

GNS 499T is a 1979 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 27 February 1979.

Is GNS 499T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNS 499T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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