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GPL 816N

1974 Ford Mustang

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,182 mi
Last recorded33,182 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1974 Ford Mustang32,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPL 816N
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2023 33,182 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 32,817 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 32,442 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 32,166 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 31,344 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 30,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 30,672 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 30,297 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 30,023 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 29,433 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 29,038 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,634 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight play in front strut tops

Pass 13 Mar 2010 29,563 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 29,269 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 29,157 miles

n/s rear shock absorber lower bush starting to perrish

Pass 14 Apr 2007 28,260 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 28,962 miles

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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GPL 816N is a 1974 Ford Mustang in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 32,166 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GPL 816N, 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 52 years old, this Ford Mustang is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPL 816N?

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What year was GPL 816N registered?

GPL 816N is a 1974 Ford Mustang, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GPL 816N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPL 816N shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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