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FMU 500V

1980 Ford Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,034 mi
Last recorded89,034 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMU 500V
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2013 89,034 miles

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

brake flexi hoses perishing

o/s front wiper split

Pass 8 Sep 2011 88,482 miles

both prop ujs have slight play

front screen chipped

Pass 8 Sep 2010 86,341 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 84,336 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 82,287 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 79,767 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 76,393 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 76,393 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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FMU 500V is a 1980 Ford Thunderbird in Maroon with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FMU 500V, 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 46 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 FMU 500V?

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What year was FMU 500V registered?

FMU 500V is a 1980 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 29 April 1980.

Is FMU 500V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMU 500V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMU 500V have outstanding finance?

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