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OWY 81M

1973 Ford Mustang

Black Petrol 5752cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,386 mi
Last recorded82,386 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Ford Mustang62,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWY 81M
MakeFord
ModelMustang
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,752cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 82,386 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 81,941 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 81,679 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 81,304 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 80,960 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 80,472 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 80,216 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 79,718 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 79,233 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 78,710 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 78,098 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 77,098 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 77,098 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 76,459 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 76,459 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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OWY 81M is a 1973 Ford Mustang in Black with a 5,752cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1973 Ford Mustang models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 62,765 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 OWY 81M, 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 53 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 OWY 81M?

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What year was OWY 81M registered?

OWY 81M is a 1973 Ford Mustang, first registered on 8 October 1973.

Is OWY 81M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWY 81M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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