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TUF 40J

1970 Ford Zodiac

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,378 mi
Last recorded5,378 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 Ford Zodiac65,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUF 40J
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 5,378 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 5,328 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 5,284 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 5,168 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 4,932 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 4,758 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 4,522 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 3,890 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 3,122 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 2,456 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 2,456 miles

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

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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TUF 40J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TUF 40J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TUF 40J?

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What year was TUF 40J registered?

TUF 40J is a 1970 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 20 October 1970.

Is TUF 40J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUF 40J shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TUF 40J have outstanding finance?

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