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AM57 SPU

2008 Ford Mustang

Red Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,880 mi
Last recorded90,880 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Mustang35,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 SPU
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 90,880 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 90,737 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity side position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity side position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 82,014 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing al tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 81,780 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing al tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 72,563 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front position lamps do not turn off with the indicators

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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AM57 SPU is a 2008 Ford Mustang in Red with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 35,325 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM57 SPU, 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 18 years old, this Ford Mustang is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM57 SPU registered?

AM57 SPU is a 2008 Ford Mustang, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AM57 SPU safe to buy?

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