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JDR 516

1981 Ford Zodiac

Beige Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,909 mi
Last recorded42,909 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDR 516
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,909 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,723 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 42,566 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 42,334 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 42,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 42,008 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 41,281 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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JDR 516 is a 1981 Ford Zodiac in Beige with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JDR 516, 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 45 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 JDR 516?

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What year was JDR 516 registered?

JDR 516 is a 1981 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 17 June 1981.

Is JDR 516 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDR 516 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JDR 516 have outstanding finance?

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