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CLW 581H

1978 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,389 mi
Last recorded49,389 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLW 581H
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 49,389 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 49,302 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 49,198 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 48,443 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 47,250 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 47,250 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 47,123 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear both tyres sidewalls perished

Pass 27 Jun 2013 47,060 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

o/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

Fail 19 Jul 2006 47,016 miles

Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 47,016 miles

Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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CLW 581H is a 1978 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CLW 581H, 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 48 years old, this Ford Zephyr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CLW 581H registered?

CLW 581H is a 1978 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is CLW 581H safe to buy?

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