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MPA 69K

1972 Datsun 240Z

Silver Petrol 2595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,982 mi
Last recorded73,982 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 69K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 73,982 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2010 73,979 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 73,975 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear fog lamp not seen although not requirement on vehicle of this age

Pass 19 Feb 2009 34,690 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 75,966 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 33,975 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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MPA 69K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Silver with a 2,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MPA 69K, 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 MPA 69K registered?

MPA 69K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 10 July 1972.

Is MPA 69K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPA 69K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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