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C40 EUW

1985 Ford Thunderbird

Grey Petrol 5cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,156 mi
Last recorded44,156 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC40 EUW
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2006 44,156 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 44,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

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

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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C40 EUW is a 1985 Ford Thunderbird in Grey with a 5cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C40 EUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C40 EUW?

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What year was C40 EUW registered?

C40 EUW is a 1985 Ford Thunderbird, first registered on 2 July 1985.

Is C40 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C40 EUW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C40 EUW have outstanding finance?

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