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KHK 185J

1971 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,134 mi
Last recorded28,134 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2012
Typical for 1971 Ford Zephyr50,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHK 185J
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,134 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,418 miles

n/s outter sill has slight corrosion

n/s/r shock has slight mist of oil

Pass 28 May 2010 25,972 miles

Advise 1. Slight Wear In Rear Propshaft UJ. 2. Battery Not Secure.

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 28 May 2010 25,972 miles

Advise 1. Slight Wear In Rear Propshaft UJ. 2. Battery Not Secure.

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 24,722 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 22,677 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2008 22,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 19,228 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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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KHK 185J is a 1971 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,007 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 Zephyr fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 277 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KHK 185J, 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 55 years old, this Ford Zephyr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KHK 185J registered?

KHK 185J is a 1971 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 9 February 1971.

Is KHK 185J safe to buy?

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