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UPU 514K

1971 Ford Zodiac

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,776 mi
Last recorded67,776 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2007
Typical for 1971 Ford Zodiac50,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPU 514K
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2007 67,776 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 67,638 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 67,638 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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UPU 514K is a 1971 Ford Zodiac in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 50,282 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 UPU 514K, 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 55 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 UPU 514K?

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What year was UPU 514K registered?

UPU 514K is a 1971 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 14 October 1971.

Is UPU 514K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPU 514K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPU 514K have outstanding finance?

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