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FYA 117J

1970 Ford Zodiac

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,543 mi
Last recorded73,543 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 Ford Zodiac65,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYA 117J
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2016 73,543 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 73,532 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 73,518 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 73,505 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 73,491 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 73,480 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 73,467 miles

Corrosion on Nearside front wing (under bonnet)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 65,674 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 65,670 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 65,670 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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FYA 117J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FYA 117J, 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 FYA 117J?

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What year was FYA 117J registered?

FYA 117J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is FYA 117J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYA 117J shows 10 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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