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HSL 809

1957 Ford Thunderbird

Pink Petrol 292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,871 mi
Last recorded91,871 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSL 809
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1957
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine292cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 91,871 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 91,871 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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HSL 809 is a 1957 Ford Thunderbird in Pink with a 292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HSL 809, 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 69 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSL 809 registered?

HSL 809 is a 1957 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1957.

Is HSL 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSL 809 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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