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SPL 820M

1973 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,545 mi
Last recorded99,545 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Datsun 240Z43,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPL 820M
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 99,545 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 98,423 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 97,254 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 96,272 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 95,393 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 94,574 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 94,574 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 93,502 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 92,516 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 91,277 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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SPL 820M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SPL 820M, 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 SPL 820M registered?

SPL 820M is a 1973 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 15 August 1973.

Is SPL 820M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPL 820M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPL 820M have outstanding finance?

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