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DYC 933J

1971 Ford Zodiac

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,463 mi
Last recorded11,463 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Ford Zodiac50,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYC 933J
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 11,463 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 10,986 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 10,364 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 9,168 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 8,426 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 2,671 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 544 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 99,812 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 99,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 98,074 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 97,886 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 97,189 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 96,951 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 96,670 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 96,368 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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DYC 933J is a 1971 Ford Zodiac in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DYC 933J, 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 DYC 933J?

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What year was DYC 933J registered?

DYC 933J is a 1971 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is DYC 933J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYC 933J shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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