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TSX 408K

1972 Datsun 240Z

Orange Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

32,612 mi
Last recorded32,612 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 1972 Datsun 240Z41,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSX 408K
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2016 32,612 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure bolt not tight (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished cords exposed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished cords exposed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished cords exposed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished cords exposed (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/f chassis rail to underbody corroded

o/s/r inner sill slight corrosion

Fail 27 Aug 2015 82,607 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering rack insecure excessive play in mounting bushes (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate missing both (6.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front anti roll bar link bushes deteriorated

rear wheel bearings slight play

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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TSX 408K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z in Orange with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1972 Datsun 240Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,770 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 TSX 408K, 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 54 years old, this Datsun 240Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TSX 408K registered?

TSX 408K is a 1972 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 2 April 1972.

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