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TNB 216J

1971 Datsun 240Z

Blue Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,617 mi
Last recorded54,617 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1971 Datsun 240Z51,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNB 216J
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 54,617 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 54,617 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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TNB 216J is a 1971 Datsun 240Z in Blue with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 51,114 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 TNB 216J, 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 55 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TNB 216J registered?

TNB 216J is a 1971 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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