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CST 106A

1963 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,820 mi
Last recorded59,820 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1963 Ford Zephyr63,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCST 106A
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 59,820 miles

slight noise coming from o/s/r wheel bearing

slight play in n/s/f lower balljoint

Pass 18 Aug 2016 59,630 miles

various oil leaks from around the vehicle

Pass 10 Jul 2015 58,789 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 58,537 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 58,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

battery insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2009 58,430 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 58,397 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 58,378 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 58,378 miles

Nearside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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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CST 106A is a 1963 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1963 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 63,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CST 106A, 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 63 years old, this Ford Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CST 106A registered?

CST 106A is a 1963 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 18 April 1963.

Is CST 106A safe to buy?

The MOT history for CST 106A shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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