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WDH 500L

1972 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,627 mi
Last recorded52,627 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2006
Typical for 1972 Ford Zephyr62,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDH 500L
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2006 52,627 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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WDH 500L is a 1972 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 62,137 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 WDH 500L, 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 54 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 WDH 500L?

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What year was WDH 500L registered?

WDH 500L is a 1972 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is WDH 500L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDH 500L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WDH 500L have outstanding finance?

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