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USU 729

1990 Ford Thunderbird

Green Petrol 813cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,510 mi
Last recorded58,510 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1990 Ford Thunderbird62,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 729
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine813cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 58,510 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 58,369 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 58,351 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,082 miles

power steering ram weeping

Fail 31 Oct 2013 58,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

power steering ram weeping

Fail 4 Jun 2013 58,079 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front suspension arm bushers perishing

Fail 18 Jun 2009 57,977 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

handbrake arm catching exh clamp

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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USU 729 is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird in Green with a 813cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 62,031 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 USU 729, 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 36 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of USU 729?

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What year was USU 729 registered?

USU 729 is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 17 April 1990.

Is USU 729 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 729 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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