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TFF 305

1981 Ford Zephyr

Grey Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,837 mi
Last recorded76,837 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFF 305
MakeFord
ModelZephyr
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 76,837 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 76,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 76,590 miles

handbrake only just meets pass limits - requires attention

light misting of oil on o/s front shock absorber

Pass 25 Jun 2009 75,812 miles

exhaust centre rubber hanger deteriorated

handbrake efficiency only just meets requirements

slight play in o/s front wheel bearing

Fail 16 Jun 2009 75,535 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust centre rubber hanger deteriorated

slight play in o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jun 2008 75,117 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 74,458 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 74,425 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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TFF 305 is a 1981 Ford Zephyr in Grey with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TFF 305, 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 45 years old, this Ford Zephyr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFF 305 registered?

TFF 305 is a 1981 Ford Zephyr, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is TFF 305 safe to buy?

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