1974 Datsun 240Z 2.8L Petrol · UBH 393N

The most recent MOT, dated 22 October 2021, shows the car passed with a recorded 749 miles and no defects recorded. The two preceding MOTs (2020‑10‑16 at 434 miles and 2019‑09‑12 at just 1 mile) also passed with no faults noted. This indicates that, at least from the testing authority’s perspective, the vehicle has been free of any safety‑related or major mechanical problems over the last three years. The earlier part of the record tells a different story. In 2018 the car was tested at 87,165 miles and in 2017 at 87,059 miles, both also passing with no defects. The sudden fall from over 87 000 miles to single‑digit figures within a year suggests the car has been largely stationary since 2018, with only a few hundred miles logged since then. Such a sharp reduction in use is typical of a vehicle that has been stored for long periods rather than being driven regularly. Overall the MOT trend is stable – no faults have been recorded in any year – but the mileage pattern raises a caution flag. The very low mileage for a 52‑year‑old car could mean the engine and drivetrain have seen little wear in recent years, which is a positive sign. However, prolonged inactivity can lead to deterioration of rubber components, seals, fuel system, battery, and corrosion in the chassis or suspension.