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BVT 665H

1970 Ford Zephyr

Green Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,033 mi
Last recorded41,033 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1970 Ford Zephyr55,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVT 665H
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 41,033 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 39,769 miles

offside front wheel bearings run slightly rough when rotated

Fail 10 Jun 2013 39,769 miles

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

offside front wheel bearings run slightly rough when rotated

Pass 24 May 2012 39,263 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 38,141 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 38,141 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 37,606 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 37,590 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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BVT 665H is a 1970 Ford Zephyr in Green with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1970 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 55,732 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 BVT 665H, 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 56 years old, this Ford Zephyr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVT 665H registered?

BVT 665H is a 1970 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 April 1970.

Is BVT 665H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVT 665H shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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