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J485 TNF

1992 Lincoln Town Car

Gold Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,604 mi
Last recorded32,604 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 1992 Lincoln Town Car79,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ485 TNF
MakeLincoln
ModelTown Car
Year1992
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 32,604 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 31,095 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 27,633 miles

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 24,017 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear mains (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 16,077 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 16,077 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 6,836 miles

FRON SHOCKABSORBER BUSH MADE FROM RADIATOR HOSE BUT HAVE NO MOVEMENT

N/S FRON TYRE BADLY WORN ON OUTER SHOULDER

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 4,212 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded main x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Front lower shock absorber rubbers made up from heater hose, no play present.

fuel tank sender unit has badly corroded outlet pipes

Pass 13 Aug 2015 1,102 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 1,002 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 888 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 888 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 595 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 100,289 miles

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

Slight brake bind on nearside front brake

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls (advise replacment)

offside front tyre slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

slight brake bind on rear axle brakes

Pass 26 Jul 2010 99,755 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 98,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

dry and rusty on chassis,bdoy,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition

Pass 29 Jul 2008 96,701 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 94,931 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 93,790 miles

parking brake efficiency 18% just over 16% minimum requirement

How Reliable is the Lincoln Town Car?

Based on 2,774 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,225
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 102
fog lamp not working 82
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
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J485 TNF is a 1992 Lincoln Town Car in Gold with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1992 Lincoln Town Car models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 79,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lincoln Town Car fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J485 TNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lincoln Town Car typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 34 years old, this Lincoln Town Car is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J485 TNF registered?

J485 TNF is a 1992 Lincoln Town Car, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J485 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J485 TNF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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