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SEA 606L

1973 Datsun 240Z

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,063 mi
Last recorded93,063 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 606L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2013 93,063 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 92,622 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 91,983 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 89,721 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 89,479 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 89,474 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 88,998 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 88,998 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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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SEA 606L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SEA 606L, 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 SEA 606L registered?

SEA 606L is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is SEA 606L safe to buy?

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