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Ford Zephyr

Black · Petrol · 1963 · 2,556 cc

562 GLMMOT history

562 GLM is a black petrol Ford Zephyr first used on 2 Aug 1963. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 86,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2026
Mileage
86,351 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2025
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
36 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
562 GLM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Zephyr
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,556 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
2 Aug 1963
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

562 GLM was last recorded at 86,351 miles on 8 Jul 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,344 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
36 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,351 miles
  • 2017 – 86,229 miles
  • 2016 – 86,229 miles
  • 2015 – 86,229 miles
  • 2014 – 86,222 miles
  • 2012 – 86,152 miles
  • 2011 – 85,911 miles
  • 2010 – 85,767 miles
  • 2009 – 85,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,351 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight knock from suspensionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf springs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion platted (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,351 miles (+7)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,351 miles
    Test number
    534053412427
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight knock from suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail86,344 miles (+115)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,344 miles
    Test number
    128664794711
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight knock from suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass86,229 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    408860673961
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion platted (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive platted (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive platted (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion platted (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyres have cracks to outer side walls

  4. Pass86,229 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    801029494461
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion platted (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre has cracks to sude wall s

  5. Pass86,229 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    199983585175
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  6. Pass86,222 miles (+70)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,222 miles
    Test number
    838210274119
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass86,152 miles (+241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,152 miles
    Test number
    937772382299
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  8. Pass85,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    255706101243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,911 miles (+18)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    349886601221
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Fail85,893 miles (+126)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,893 miles
    Test number
    497443031131
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  11. Pass85,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,767 miles
    Test number
    190282220101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,765 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,765 miles
    Test number
    824482020174
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass85,765 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,765 miles
    Test number
    981917659133
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Questions about 562 GLM

What vehicle is registration 562 GLM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 562 GLM on a black petrol Ford Zephyr first used on 2 Aug 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 562 GLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 562 GLM expired on 7 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 562 GLM?
The MOT on 562 GLM expired on 7 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 562 GLM done?
562 GLM was recorded at 86,351 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2025, an average of 36 miles a year.
Has 562 GLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 562 GLM has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on 562 GLM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 562 GLM find?
562 GLM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front slight knock from suspension, and 3 more.

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