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OPX 340

1953 Ford Zephyr

Blue Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,643 mi
Last recorded88,643 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2007
Typical for 1953 Ford Zephyr42,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPX 340
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1953
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2007 88,643 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 88,642 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 May 2006 87,595 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 87,594 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 6 May 2005 86,225 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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OPX 340 is a 1953 Ford Zephyr in Blue with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1953 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 42,431 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 OPX 340, 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 73 years old, this Ford Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPX 340?

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What year was OPX 340 registered?

OPX 340 is a 1953 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 20 June 1953.

Is OPX 340 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPX 340 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPX 340 have outstanding finance?

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