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VDV 723K

1971 Ford Zodiac

Maroon Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,675 mi
Last recorded24,675 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2012
Typical for 1971 Ford Zodiac50,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDV 723K
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2012 24,675 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 23,679 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

underbody covered in thick underseal appears ok

Fail 7 Apr 2011 23,674 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

underbody covered in thick underseal appears ok

Pass 13 Jun 2009 23,541 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under side of vehicle heaverly undersealed

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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VDV 723K is a 1971 Ford Zodiac in Maroon with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VDV 723K, 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 VDV 723K?

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What year was VDV 723K registered?

VDV 723K is a 1971 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 2 August 1971.

Is VDV 723K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDV 723K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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