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SSL 831

1955 Ford Zephyr

Black Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,737 mi
Last recorded12,737 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2011
Typical for 1955 Ford Zephyr28,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSL 831
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,737 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 12,737 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 12,737 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 12,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 12,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Outer Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,737 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 13,013 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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SSL 831 is a 1955 Ford Zephyr in Black with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SSL 831, 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

How do I check the history of SSL 831?

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What year was SSL 831 registered?

SSL 831 is a 1955 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 June 1955.

Is SSL 831 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSL 831 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSL 831 have outstanding finance?

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