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FIL 487

2005 Ford Mustang

Black Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,561 mi
Last recorded61,561 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Mustang45,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 487
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2023 61,561 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 60,499 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides needs attention (2.1.3 (b) (i))

surface rust on floor

Pass 20 Aug 2021 58,901 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 57,747 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 56,782 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 55,374 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 54,250 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 53,153 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 52,168 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 50,272 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 47,826 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 44,666 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 40,509 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 40,505 miles

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FIL 487 is a 2005 Ford Mustang in Black with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FIL 487, 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 FIL 487 registered?

FIL 487 is a 2005 Ford Mustang, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is FIL 487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 487 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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