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EKY 226D

1966 Bond Equipe

Gold Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,641 mi
Last recorded66,641 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1966 Bond Equipe31,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKY 226D
MakeBond
ModelEquipe
Year1966
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 66,641 miles

Front windscreen has slight scratches

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 66,634 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front windscreen has slight scratches

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 62,952 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 59,736 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2021 57,781 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 56,120 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 56,115 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 23 May 2018 54,796 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 54,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper operation sporadic, as is sweep distance (3.4 (b) (ii))

+ve battery terminal loose

Nearside Front brake hose fouling top wishbone on full lock

Offside Front brake hose fouling top wishbone on full lock

How Reliable is the Bond Equipe?

Based on 1,161 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
291
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24
brake binding 23
Horn not working 21
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EKY 226D is a 1966 Bond Equipe in Gold with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1966 Bond Equipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 31,717 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 Bond Equipe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKY 226D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bond Equipe typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 60 years old, this Bond Equipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKY 226D registered?

EKY 226D is a 1966 Bond Equipe, first registered on 3 May 1966.

Is EKY 226D safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKY 226D shows 9 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.

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