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DMC 383J

1970 Ford Zodiac

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,339 mi
Last recorded42,339 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1970 Ford Zodiac65,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMC 383J
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1970
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2026 42,339 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 41,594 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 41,451 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 40,049 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 39,420 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 39,162 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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DMC 383J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 65,672 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 DMC 383J, 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 56 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 DMC 383J?

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What year was DMC 383J registered?

DMC 383J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 14 August 1970.

Is DMC 383J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMC 383J shows 6 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 DMC 383J have outstanding finance?

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