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GHU 278B

1991 Ford Thunderbird

White Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,802 mi
Last recorded86,802 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Ford Thunderbird84,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHU 278B
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 86,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 86,615 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 85,987 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 84,930 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 83,637 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017
Pass 2 Apr 2016 82,967 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 82,028 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 81,455 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 81,454 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 80,950 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 80,303 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 80,303 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 79,576 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 79,113 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 77,491 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 76,655 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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GHU 278B is a 1991 Ford Thunderbird in White with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 84,930 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 GHU 278B, 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 35 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 GHU 278B?

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What year was GHU 278B registered?

GHU 278B is a 1991 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 9 October 1991.

Is GHU 278B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHU 278B shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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