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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Datsun 240z. Check any 240z by registration number below.

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97.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.6%

vs Datsun Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Datsun 240z — MOT Reliability Overview

The Datsun 240z has an average MOT pass rate of 97.4%, which is 6.6 percentage points above the Datsun brand average of 90.8%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 240z is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Datsun 240z, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Datsun 240z performs at MOT across different model years.

1973

Based on 31 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Datsun average: 90.8%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1972

Based on 32 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Datsun average: 90.8%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 51 vehicles

92.2%Excellent
Datsun average: 90.8%
Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Other Datsun Models

Compare MOT reliability across Datsun models.

Datsun 260z

70.8% pass rate

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Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Datsun 240z

Datsun 240z — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Datsun 240z MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Datsun 240z?
The average MOT pass rate for the Datsun 240z is 97.4% compared to the Datsun average of 90.8%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Datsun 240z?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Datsun 240z reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.4%, the Datsun 240z is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Datsun 240z?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Datsun 240z?
Typical mileage for the Datsun 240z: 48,090 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 240z to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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