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DLZ 5449

1971 Ford Zodiac

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,481 mi
Last recorded78,481 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Ford Zodiac50,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 5449
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2025 78,481 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 78,404 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 77,974 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 77,956 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 77,327 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 76,590 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 76,066 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,676 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 75,468 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 75,461 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 75,325 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 75,059 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 74,717 miles

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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DLZ 5449 is a 1971 Ford Zodiac in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 50,282 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 DLZ 5449, 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 55 years old, this Ford Zodiac is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DLZ 5449?

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What year was DLZ 5449 registered?

DLZ 5449 is a 1971 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 17 December 1971.

Is DLZ 5449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 5449 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLZ 5449 have outstanding finance?

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