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VSY 186

1997 Ford Thunderbird

Black Petrol 6340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,000 mi
Last recorded64,000 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Ford Thunderbird62,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSY 186
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2017 64,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 63,578 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 63,154 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 62,849 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 62,183 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 61,217 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 61,191 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 61,073 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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VSY 186 is a 1997 Ford Thunderbird in Black with a 6,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 62,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VSY 186, 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 29 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 VSY 186?

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What year was VSY 186 registered?

VSY 186 is a 1997 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is VSY 186 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSY 186 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.

Does VSY 186 have outstanding finance?

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