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RTG 783

1955 Ford Zephyr

Green Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,135 mi
Last recorded55,135 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2010
Typical for 1955 Ford Zephyr28,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTG 783
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2010 55,135 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 55,135 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 55,135 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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RTG 783 is a 1955 Ford Zephyr in Green with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Ford Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 28,416 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 RTG 783, 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 71 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 RTG 783 registered?

RTG 783 is a 1955 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 23 May 1955.

Is RTG 783 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTG 783 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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