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DFZ 556

1956 Ford Zodiac

Beige Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,997 mi
Last recorded2,997 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1956 Ford Zodiac56,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 556
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1956
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 2,997 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 2,997 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2012 1,296 miles

slight play in steering ball joints.

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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DFZ 556 is a 1956 Ford Zodiac in Beige with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1956 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 56,528 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 DFZ 556, 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 70 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 DFZ 556?

You can check the full history of DFZ 556 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DFZ 556 registered?

DFZ 556 is a 1956 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 10 February 1956.

Is DFZ 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 556 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.

Does DFZ 556 have outstanding finance?

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