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NMT 970K

1972 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,202 mi
Last recorded85,202 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMT 970K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 85,202 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 84,062 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 82,557 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 81,274 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 80,186 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 80,186 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 79,708 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 79,674 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 79,667 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2016 79,570 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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NMT 970K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NMT 970K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMT 970K registered?

NMT 970K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is NMT 970K safe to buy?

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