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740 UXU

1960 Ford Thunderbird

Cream Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,370 mi
Last recorded14,370 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration740 UXU
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1960
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2017 14,370 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 13,869 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear hand brake cable corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 11,864 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Thunderbird?

Based on 3,444 MOT tests across 538 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 80
Stop lamp not working 72
parking brake recording little or no effort 50
position lamp(s) not working 46
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740 UXU is a 1960 Ford Thunderbird in Cream with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Thunderbird fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 740 UXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 66 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 740 UXU?

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What year was 740 UXU registered?

740 UXU is a 1960 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1960.

Is 740 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 740 UXU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 740 UXU have outstanding finance?

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