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GP51 YTV

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,399 mi
Last recorded5,399 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Thunderbird45,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP51 YTV
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 5,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 3,791 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 2,950 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 1,851 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 1,842 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 1,660 miles

All front and rear suspension balljoint dust covers are perished but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 1 Nov 2012 1,592 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 2,033 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 1,544 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 1,354 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 822 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 822 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 570 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 501 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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GP51 YTV is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 45,990 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP51 YTV, 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 24 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP51 YTV registered?

GP51 YTV is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is GP51 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP51 YTV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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