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MF52 RNZ

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,923 mi
Last recorded95,923 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Ford Thunderbird45,990 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 RNZ
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2011 95,923 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 82,553 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 82,553 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 29 Dec 2009 82,341 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 67,184 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 51,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 31,421 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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MF52 RNZ is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MF52 RNZ, 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

How do I check the history of MF52 RNZ?

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What year was MF52 RNZ registered?

MF52 RNZ is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is MF52 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 RNZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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