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DSX 81C

2005 Ford Mustang

Maroon Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,132 mi
Last recorded12,132 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Mustang45,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSX 81C
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 12,132 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 11,949 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 11,878 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 11,571 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 11,411 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 11,356 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 11,356 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 11,106 miles

Coolant leak

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2014 11,106 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2013 10,887 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 10,596 miles

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 10,564 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 10,421 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 10,170 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 9,923 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 9,767 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 9,767 miles

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 9,599 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Mustang?

Based on 140,135 MOT tests across 19,692 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
1,994
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
19,692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,846
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,037
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 972
position lamp(s) not working 783
Direction indicator incorrect colour 756
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DSX 81C is a 2005 Ford Mustang in Maroon with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 45,096 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 Mustang fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSX 81C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Mustang typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Mustang is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DSX 81C registered?

DSX 81C is a 2005 Ford Mustang, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is DSX 81C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSX 81C shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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