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NDT 891

1978 Ford Zephyr

Black Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,132 mi
Last recorded65,132 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDT 891
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 65,132 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 May 2007 65,117 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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NDT 891 is a 1978 Ford Zephyr in Black with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NDT 891, 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 NDT 891 registered?

NDT 891 is a 1978 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is NDT 891 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDT 891 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NDT 891 have outstanding finance?

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