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PFO 524

1961 Ford Zephyr

Maroon Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,206 mi
Last recorded62,206 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1961 Ford Zephyr54,745 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFO 524
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1961
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 62,206 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 61,807 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 61,033 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,623 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 60,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 59,387 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 59,058 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 58,406 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 58,334 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear slight oil leak and low damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear brakes binding slightly by hand

Pass 3 Apr 2018 57,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 56,508 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 56,498 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 55,723 miles

oil leak

slight play in steering box

Pass 24 Feb 2015 55,631 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 55,115 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 55,100 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 55,047 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 55,004 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 54,893 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 54,725 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2009 54,725 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 54,585 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 54,371 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 54,079 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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PFO 524 is a 1961 Ford Zephyr in Maroon with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1961 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 54,745 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 PFO 524, 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 65 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 PFO 524 registered?

PFO 524 is a 1961 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 21 April 1961.

Is PFO 524 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFO 524 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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