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PLF 769L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,974 mi
Last recorded88,974 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLF 769L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 88,974 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 88,902 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 88,902 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 88,902 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 88,771 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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PLF 769L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 43,866 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 PLF 769L, 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 53 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 PLF 769L registered?

PLF 769L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 6 July 1973.

Is PLF 769L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLF 769L shows 5 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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