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RL51 DKX

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

79,018 mi
Last recorded79,018 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Thunderbird45,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 DKX
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 79,018 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face of brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 79,015 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face of brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked all over (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 78,563 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 77,573 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 77,573 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 76,449 miles

Both rear T-rod outer rose joint rubber boots are perished

Both rear anti roll bar link boots are perished

Nearside Front anti roll bar link boots are perished

Offside Track rod end boot is perished

Fail 3 Aug 2021 76,449 miles

Both rear T-rod outer rose joint rubber boots are perished

Both rear anti roll bar link boots are perished

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front anti roll bar link boots are perished

Offside Track rod end boot is perished

Pass 12 Nov 2019 76,021 miles

Slight leak on exhaust

Pass 17 Mar 2018 74,634 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,885 miles

Front tyres worn close to legal limit and perished

Pass 19 Apr 2016 73,820 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 73,818 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both lower (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 70,892 miles

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

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

cooling pump behind cooling fan leaking red fluid

Pass 12 May 2014 67,244 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 60,597 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 May 2012 54,495 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2012 54,495 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 51,721 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 43,201 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 31,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 30,788 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 16,448 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 7,915 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 7,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 May 2006 6,981 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 6,970 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RL51 DKX is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 RL51 DKX, 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 RL51 DKX registered?

RL51 DKX is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is RL51 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL51 DKX shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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