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EGK 810J

1970 Ford Zodiac

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,260 mi
Last recorded76,260 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Zodiac65,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGK 810J
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1970
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 76,260 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

floor plan has slight corrosion in different areas

Fail 8 May 2017 76,260 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

floor plan has slight corrosion in different areas

Pass 29 Jun 2015 75,820 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 75,647 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear brakes are slightly out of balance across the axle

Pass 15 Jun 2013 75,495 miles

Both seat belts are slightly frayed

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 75,348 miles

Both seat belts are slightly frayed

Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front suspension joint dust cover beginning to deteriorate

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 75,053 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 May 2010 74,799 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 74,786 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 74,655 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 May 2008 74,377 miles

Nearside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 74,040 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2006 73,537 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 73,525 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

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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EGK 810J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EGK 810J, 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.

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What year was EGK 810J registered?

EGK 810J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 24 August 1970.

Is EGK 810J safe to buy?

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