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HSJ 902

1959 Ford Zephyr

Black Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,557 mi
Last recorded10,557 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1959 Ford Zephyr44,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSJ 902
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,557 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 7,274 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 4,040 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 1,836 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 99,859 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 98,368 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 95,287 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 96,482 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 94,429 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Zephyr?

Based on 6,075 MOT tests across 892 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
892
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 277
brake binding 199
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 184
parking brake recording little or no effort 159
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 156
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HSJ 902 is a 1959 Ford Zephyr in Black with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1959 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 44,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Zephyr fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 277 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HSJ 902, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Zephyr typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 67 years old, this Ford Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSJ 902 registered?

HSJ 902 is a 1959 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 21 July 1959.

Is HSJ 902 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSJ 902 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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