1972 Datsun 240Z 2.6L Petrol · 240 GT
1972 Datsun 240Z (2.6L, petrol). First registered 01/12/1972. MOT status: No results. Taxed until 01/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- DATSUN 240Z
- Year / Origin
- 1972
- MOT Status
- No results
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1972
- Engine
- 2569cc
240 GT Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
- Taxed until 01/08/2027
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Datsun Datsun 240Z / 260Z
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
Common Problems: DATSUN 240Z
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Structural Corrosion (Rust)(Serious)
The S30 chassis has many hidden box sections where moisture traps and eats the metal from the inside out. Frame rails, battery trays, and floor pans are the most common failure points.
- Overheating & Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Older L24/L26 engines can suffer from silt buildup in the radiator or blocked coolant passages in the block, leading to localized overheating and warped heads.
- Carburetor & Fuel System Issues(Moderate)
The Hitachi-SU carburettors require regular maintenance and adjustment. Worn needles, vacuum leaks and gummed-up passages cause flat spots, poor idle and hesitation. Parts are hard to source, with many owners converting to Webers.
- Wiring Loom Degradation(Moderate)
After 45+ years, the original wiring loom becomes brittle. Corroded fuse connections, cracked insulation and perished earth straps cause intermittent electrical faults throughout the car.
MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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