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CSJ 161

1956 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,366 mi
Last recorded88,366 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1956 Ford Zephyr85,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSJ 161
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 88,366 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 88,259 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 88,032 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 88,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 87,709 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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CSJ 161 is a 1956 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1956 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 85,870 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 CSJ 161, 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 70 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 CSJ 161?

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What year was CSJ 161 registered?

CSJ 161 is a 1956 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 26 May 1956.

Is CSJ 161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSJ 161 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSJ 161 have outstanding finance?

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