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XFO 513

1959 Ford Zephyr

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,434 mi
Last recorded14,434 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1959 Ford Zephyr44,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFO 513
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 14,434 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front brakes have slight bind

Pass 27 May 2011 14,326 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 14,269 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 May 2010 13,852 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 13,604 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 13,186 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 13,009 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 12,937 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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XFO 513 is a 1959 Ford Zephyr in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1959 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 44,402 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 XFO 513, 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 67 years old, this Ford Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XFO 513?

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What year was XFO 513 registered?

XFO 513 is a 1959 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is XFO 513 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFO 513 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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