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F181 RRO

1989 Ford Thunderbird

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,176 mi
Last recorded147,176 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1989 Ford Thunderbird65,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF181 RRO
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 147,176 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 146,701 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 143,222 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 142,094 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 142,092 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 140,406 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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F181 RRO is a 1989 Ford Thunderbird in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 65,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F181 RRO, 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 37 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F181 RRO?

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What year was F181 RRO registered?

F181 RRO is a 1989 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F181 RRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F181 RRO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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