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XSU 209

1990 Ford Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 5800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,236 mi
Last recorded54,236 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 1990 Ford Thunderbird62,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 209
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2016 54,236 miles

Front shock absorber bushes splitting

Oil leaks

Play in steering mechanism

Tyres splitting

Underbody welding repairs

Pass 28 Sep 2013 54,174 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 54,100 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 53,978 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 53,845 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 53,694 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 63,560 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 53,389 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 May 2005 53,254 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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XSU 209 is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird in Blue with a 5,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 XSU 209, 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 XSU 209?

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What year was XSU 209 registered?

XSU 209 is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 6 February 1990.

Is XSU 209 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 209 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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