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TXF 172L

1971 Datsun 240Z

Silver Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,277 mi
Last recorded92,277 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Datsun 240Z51,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXF 172L
MakeDatsun
Model240Z
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 92,277 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 91,955 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 91,955 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 91,771 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 91,771 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2016 94,312 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 93,210 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 93,210 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2014 93,194 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 93,194 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 92,368 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 92,368 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 89,624 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 89,624 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 90,396 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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TXF 172L is a 1971 Datsun 240Z in Silver with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 TXF 172L, 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 TXF 172L registered?

TXF 172L is a 1971 Datsun 240Z, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is TXF 172L safe to buy?

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