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170 CLJ

1964 Ford Zephyr

Black Petrol 1701cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,972 mi
Last recorded60,972 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1964 Ford Zephyr44,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration170 CLJ
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,701cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 60,972 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,907 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 60,907 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Zephyr?

Based on 6,075 MOT tests across 892 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
892
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 277
brake binding 199
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 184
parking brake recording little or no effort 159
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 156
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170 CLJ is a 1964 Ford Zephyr in Black with a 1,701cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1964 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 44,346 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Zephyr fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 277 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 170 CLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 62 years old, this Ford Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 170 CLJ?

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What year was 170 CLJ registered?

170 CLJ is a 1964 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 13 March 1964.

Is 170 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 170 CLJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 170 CLJ have outstanding finance?

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