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187 EMJ

1961 Ford Zodiac

Maroon Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,356 mi
Last recorded23,356 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1961 Ford Zodiac40,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration187 EMJ
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1961
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 23,356 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 23,311 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 23,304 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,300 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,284 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 23,291 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 23,018 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 22,408 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 22,284 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 22,189 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 212,550 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 20,570 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 20,452 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 19,621 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 19,621 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Zodiac?

Based on 6,628 MOT tests across 872 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 270
brake binding 175
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 144
parking brake recording little or no effort 126
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187 EMJ is a 1961 Ford Zodiac in Maroon with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1961 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 40,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Zodiac fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 187 EMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Zodiac typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 65 years old, this Ford Zodiac is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 187 EMJ?

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What year was 187 EMJ registered?

187 EMJ is a 1961 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 9 September 1961.

Is 187 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 187 EMJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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