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YEL 449S

1977 Datsun 120Y

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,042 mi
Last recorded79,042 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1977 Datsun 120Y48,955 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 449S
MakeDatsun
Model120Y
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2017 79,042 miles

How Reliable is the Datsun 120Y?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
525
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
brake binding 25
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YEL 449S is a 1977 Datsun 120Y in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Datsun 120Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 48,955 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Datsun 120Y fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YEL 449S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Datsun 120Y typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Datsun 120Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YEL 449S registered?

YEL 449S is a 1977 Datsun 120Y, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is YEL 449S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 449S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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