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KCD 518N

1974 Datsun 260Z

Green Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,816 mi
Last recorded39,816 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Datsun 260Z37,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCD 518N
MakeDatsun
Model260Z
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 39,816 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 39,816 miles

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 39,675 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,476 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 39,476 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,729 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 38,729 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 38,373 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 38,091 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,703 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Water leak engine area?

offside indecators lazy, suggest poor earthing or flasher relay is looked at?

Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,323 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 36,908 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 36,409 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,471 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 34,486 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KCD 518N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z in Green with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Datsun 260Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 37,329 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 260Z fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KCD 518N, 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 52 years old, this Datsun 260Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KCD 518N?

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What year was KCD 518N registered?

KCD 518N is a 1974 Datsun 260Z, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is KCD 518N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCD 518N shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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