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470 XUG

1957 Ford Zodiac

Grey Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,357 mi
Last recorded87,357 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2008
Typical for 1957 Ford Zodiac47,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration470 XUG
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1957
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2008 87,357 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 86,357 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

offside inner outer sill rusty

offside rear wheel arch rusty

Pass 28 Oct 2006 86,357 miles

offside inner outer sill rusty

offside rear wheel arch rusty

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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470 XUG is a 1957 Ford Zodiac in Grey with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1957 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 47,262 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 Zodiac fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 470 XUG, 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 69 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 470 XUG?

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What year was 470 XUG registered?

470 XUG is a 1957 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 24 August 1957.

Is 470 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 470 XUG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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