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FAW 86C

1965 Ford Thunderbird

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,158 mi
Last recorded57,158 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1965 Ford Thunderbird49,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAW 86C
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2012 57,158 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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FAW 86C is a 1965 Ford Thunderbird in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 49,670 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 FAW 86C, 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 61 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 FAW 86C?

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What year was FAW 86C registered?

FAW 86C is a 1965 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is FAW 86C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAW 86C shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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