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55 VF

1985 Ford Thunderbird

Red Petrol 5100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,007 mi
Last recorded7,007 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration55 VF
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 7,007 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2012 6,612 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Main beam warning light inoperative

Pass 26 Aug 2011 6,344 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 May 2010 6,028 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 May 2009 5,974 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,726 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,568 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 27 Apr 2007 5,548 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 5,274 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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55 VF is a 1985 Ford Thunderbird in Red with a 5,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 55 VF, 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 41 years old, this Ford Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 55 VF registered?

55 VF is a 1985 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is 55 VF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 VF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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