1972 Datsun 240Z 2.4L Petrol · JUL 790K

The vehicle presents in a stable state of roadworthiness, having passed its most recent MOT on 13 June 2026 at 7,810 miles with no defects recorded. This represents a clean result and indicates the maintenance trend has improved significantly compared to earlier years. The absence of advisories in the last three annual tests suggests that the current ownership has addressed previous mechanical concerns and maintained the vehicle to a high standard. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 54-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 145 miles per year. There is a notable six-year gap between the June 2017 and January 2023 tests during which the car covered only 114 miles. Since 2023, the usage has increased slightly, covering 900 miles over the last three years. While this low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity often lead to rubber degradation, perished seals, and fluid corrosion that may not manifest until the vehicle undergoes operation. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the structural integrity issues noted in the 2017 record. The tester flagged slight corrosion on both sill panels and the overall vehicle structure. While these issues did not reappear in later tests, the buyer should verify that the rust has not progressed into structural perforation or required hidden repairs. The inspector should also scrutinize the rear wheel bearings, which previously showed play, and check the engine bay for any lingering signs of the oil leak mentioned in that same period to ensure it has been properly rectified.