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RLH 858L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Green Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,881 mi
Last recorded89,881 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLH 858L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 89,881 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 89,881 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 24 Jan 2014 89,881 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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RLH 858L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Green with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RLH 858L, 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

How do I check the history of RLH 858L?

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What year was RLH 858L registered?

RLH 858L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 23 March 1973.

Is RLH 858L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLH 858L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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