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PCN 556R

1977 Datsun 120Y

Turquoise Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,009 mi
Last recorded35,009 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1977 Datsun 120Y48,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCN 556R
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1977
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 35,009 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 34,905 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 34,872 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 34,302 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2015 32,474 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 32,358 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 32,357 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 32,336 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2013 31,985 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 31,673 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 31,282 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 30,737 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
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PCN 556R is a 1977 Datsun 120Y in Turquoise with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 48,955 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PCN 556R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PCN 556R registered?

PCN 556R is a 1977 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is PCN 556R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCN 556R shows 12 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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