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FYL 465V

1980 Ford Mustang

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,293 mi
Last recorded46,293 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Mustang18,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYL 465V
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 46,293 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 46,259 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 46,259 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 46,231 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 46,015 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 45,713 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 45,675 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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FYL 465V is a 1980 Ford Mustang in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 18,542 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 FYL 465V, 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 46 years old, this Ford Mustang is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FYL 465V registered?

FYL 465V is a 1980 Ford Mustang, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FYL 465V safe to buy?

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