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XWV 521A

1990 Ford Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 6400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,997 mi
Last recorded2,997 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1990 Ford Thunderbird62,031 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWV 521A
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2018 2,997 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 2,907 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 2,707 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 2,636 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 2,042 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 2,476 miles

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

Core plug on engine leaking.

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

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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XWV 521A is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird in Yellow with a 6,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 XWV 521A, 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 XWV 521A?

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What year was XWV 521A registered?

XWV 521A is a 1990 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 9 May 1990.

Is XWV 521A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWV 521A shows 6 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 XWV 521A have outstanding finance?

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