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XBL 389E

2012 Ford Mustang

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,653 mi
Last recorded39,653 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Mustang45,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 389E
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 39,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 39,466 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 39,275 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 39,088 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 38,873 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 38,654 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 38,653 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 38,435 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 38,181 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 37,829 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 37,151 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 36,240 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 35,241 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 34,191 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 33,037 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 33,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 31,873 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 31,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

centre and rear exhaust boxes slightly deteriorated.

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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XBL 389E is a 2012 Ford Mustang in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 45,026 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 XBL 389E, 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 14 years old, this Ford Mustang is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBL 389E registered?

XBL 389E is a 2012 Ford Mustang, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is XBL 389E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBL 389E shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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