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WDM 842

1960 Ford Zodiac

Maroon Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,884 mi
Last recorded97,884 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1960 Ford Zodiac51,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDM 842
MakeFord
ModelZodiac
Year1960
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 97,884 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 97,388 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 96,710 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 96,180 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 96,180 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 94,780 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 93,668 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 92,404 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 91,548 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 90,236 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 89,034 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 87,839 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 87,587 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

slight play in drop arm

Pass 15 Jul 2006 87,360 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005

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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WDM 842 is a 1960 Ford Zodiac in Maroon with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1960 Ford Zodiac models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 51,044 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 WDM 842, 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 66 years old, this Ford Zodiac is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WDM 842 registered?

WDM 842 is a 1960 Ford Zodiac, first registered on 19 September 1960.

Is WDM 842 safe to buy?

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