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SKM 113H

1970 Ford Zodiac

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2013
Tests9 (3 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

2,983 mi
Last recorded2,983 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2012
Typical for 1970 Ford Zodiac65,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKM 113H
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2012 2,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all metal brake pipes corroded

corrosion and poor repairs to outer and inner sills

corrosion to floor pans

corrosion to osf nsf inner wings

nsf jacking points corroded

osf chassis leg cortroded

poor repairs to floor pans

slight play in steering damper

steering pipes and rack damp

welding repairs covered in underseal

Pass 18 Sep 2012 2,983 miles

all metal brake pipes corroded

corrosion and poor repairs to outer and inner sills

corrosion to floor pans

corrosion to osf nsf inner wings

nsf jacking points corroded

osf chassis leg cortroded

poor repairs to floor pans

slight play in steering damper

steering pipes and rack damp

welding repairs covered in underseal

Fail 1 Sep 2012 2,981 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

corrosion and poor repairs to outer and inner sills

corrosion to floor pans

corrosion to nsf osf inner wings

nsf jacking point corroded and poor repairs

osf chassis leg corroded

poor repairs to floor pans

slight play in steering dampner

welding repairs covered in underseal

Fail 29 May 2012 2,981 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

corrosion and poor repairs to outer and inner sills

corrosion to floor pans

corrosion to osf nsf inner wheel arches

nsf jacking point corroded and poor repair

osf chassis leg corroded

poor repairs to floor pans

slight play in steering dampner

steering box damp

Pass 12 Nov 2010 2,713 miles

handbrake efficiency has just met efficincy, possibly needs bedding in

rear discs corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2010

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

oil pressure switch leaking and running down steering arm and ram

rear discs corroded

slight bind on nearside rear brake

very slight pull under heavy braking

Fail 6 Apr 2009 2,711 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

nsf jacking point corroded

slightly loud exhausts fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2007 2,626 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 2,625 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SKM 113H is a 1970 Ford Zodiac in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1970 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 65,672 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 Zodiac fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKM 113H, 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 56 years old, this Ford Zodiac is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SKM 113H registered?

SKM 113H is a 1970 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is SKM 113H safe to buy?

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