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DAL 505J

1970 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,489 mi
Last recorded31,489 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Zephyr55,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAL 505J
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 31,489 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 30,787 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2005 24,761 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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DAL 505J is a 1970 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DAL 505J, 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

How do I check the history of DAL 505J?

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What year was DAL 505J registered?

DAL 505J is a 1970 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 16 September 1970.

Is DAL 505J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAL 505J 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 DAL 505J have outstanding finance?

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