1972 Datsun 240Z 2.3L Petrol · FHH 523K
1972 Datsun 240Z (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 1972. Recorded mileage 62,216 miles. MOT expired on 05 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- DATSUN 240Z
- Year / Origin
- 1972 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,216 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FHH 523K Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2023
- 62,216 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: 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.
FHH 523K Mileage History
- 04/05/202262,015 mi
- 06/05/202362,216 mi+201 mi
Average of roughly 200 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
FHH 523K MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1972 Datsun 240Z (FHH 523K) between May 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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.
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- 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 FailureSerious
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 IssuesModerate
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.
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