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1973 Datsun 240Z 2.4L Petrol · 9 NRE

9 NRE

1973 Datsun 240Z (2.4L, petrol). First registered 04/07/1973. Recorded mileage 92,343 miles. MOT valid until 20/04/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.

Make & Model
DATSUN 240Z
Year / Origin
1973
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/04/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
92,343 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20/04/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1973
Engine
2400cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 2026-03-25 confirmed the 1973 Datsun 240Z passed with 92,343 miles recorded. No defects were noted, aligning with the vehicle’s consistent history of passing MOTs without issues. The last five annual inspections, dating back to 2022, all show passing results with no recorded defects. This suggests the car has maintained a stable condition over the past four years, with no emerging safety or repair risks identified by the testing process. The vehicle’s mileage of 92,343 miles over 53 years equates to roughly 1,742 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for its age. This could indicate either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity. Low mileage may lead to wear on components that require regular movement, such as rubber seals, belts, and fluids, but there is no evidence of such issues in the MOT records. Conversely, the lack of defects suggests the car has been well-maintained during periods of use. The trend in MOT outcomes is stable, with no signs of worsening conditions. The absence of repeated or escalating failures over multiple years implies the vehicle’s mechanical systems have not shown deterioration.

9 NRE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
  • 92,343 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

9 NRE Mileage History

  1. 16/04/202284,847 mi
  2. 22/04/202386,790 mi+1,943 mi
  3. 06/04/202488,344 mi+1,554 mi
  4. 22/03/202590,170 mi+1,826 mi
  5. 25/03/202692,343 mi+2,173 mi

Average of roughly 1,903 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

9 NRE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 20:34
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1973 Datsun 240Z (9 NRE) between April 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY