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RPA 459L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,218 mi
Last recorded51,218 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPA 459L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2026 51,218 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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RPA 459L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RPA 459L, 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.

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What year was RPA 459L registered?

RPA 459L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 11 May 1973.

Is RPA 459L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPA 459L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPA 459L have outstanding finance?

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