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PJV 838

1961 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,546 mi
Last recorded2,546 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1961 Ford Zephyr54,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJV 838
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 2,546 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 231 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 70,250 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 69,280 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 67,630 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 66,118 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 66,118 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2008 66,105 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 66,062 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 66,037 miles

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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PJV 838 is a 1961 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1961 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 PJV 838, 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 65 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 PJV 838 registered?

PJV 838 is a 1961 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 21 April 1961.

Is PJV 838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJV 838 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PJV 838 have outstanding finance?

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