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DEF 868T

1997 Ford Lincoln

White Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,576 mi
Last recorded18,576 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Lincoln123,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEF 868T
MakeFord
ModelLincoln
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2011 18,576 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

brake pipes greased

Pass 13 Oct 2010 15,753 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 12,797 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 12,693 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 12,516 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 12,221 miles

small hole in rear tailpipe.

Fail 12 Sep 2007 12,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre starting to crack & perish.

small hole in rear tailpipe.

Pass 11 Sep 2006 114,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight oil leak from steering box

slight play in drop arm ball joint

Fail 31 Aug 2006 11,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight leak from steering box

slight play in drop arm ball joint

How Reliable is the Ford Lincoln?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
3,736
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Brake pipe excessively corroded 93
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 92
parking brake recording little or no effort 74
fog lamp not working 50
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DEF 868T is a 1997 Ford Lincoln in White with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Lincoln models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 123,450 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 Lincoln fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DEF 868T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Lincoln typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Lincoln is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DEF 868T registered?

DEF 868T is a 1997 Ford Lincoln, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is DEF 868T safe to buy?

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