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KOP 148E

1978 Ford Mustang

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,563 mi
Last recorded3,563 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Mustang65,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOP 148E
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2019 3,563 miles

Rear leaf springs slightly corroded and slightly splayed

Pass 13 Apr 2018 2,184 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front outer (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 872 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front outer (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 545 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 251 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013
Pass 27 Oct 2006 148,722 miles

slight movement steering

Pass 1 Nov 2005 14,805 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Mustang?

Based on 140,135 MOT tests across 19,692 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
1,994
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
19,692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,846
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,037
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 972
position lamp(s) not working 783
Direction indicator incorrect colour 756
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KOP 148E is a 1978 Ford Mustang in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 65,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Mustang fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KOP 148E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Mustang typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 48 years old, this Ford Mustang is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KOP 148E?

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What year was KOP 148E registered?

KOP 148E is a 1978 Ford Mustang, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is KOP 148E safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOP 148E 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.

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