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JYW 159K

1972 Ford Thunderbird

Green Petrol 6392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,985 mi
Last recorded80,985 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYW 159K
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,392cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2006 80,985 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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JYW 159K is a 1972 Ford Thunderbird in Green with a 6,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 JYW 159K, 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 54 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 JYW 159K registered?

JYW 159K is a 1972 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is JYW 159K safe to buy?

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