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WSU 458

1989 Ford Coupe

Green Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,237 mi
Last recorded94,237 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 458
MakeFord
ModelCoupe
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 94,237 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 94,215 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2010 93,029 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2009 91,913 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pedal spongy

slight play in n/s and o/s rear wheel bearings

Pass 18 Apr 2008 89,842 miles

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in n/s and o/s rear wheel bearings

Pass 28 Apr 2007 89,607 miles

Oil leak

slight play at n/s and o/s front and rear wheels

How Reliable is the Ford Coupe?

Based on 1,304 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 18
position lamp(s) not working 16
brake binding 14
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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WSU 458 is a 1989 Ford Coupe in Green with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Ford Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WSU 458, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 37 years old, this Ford Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WSU 458 registered?

WSU 458 is a 1989 Ford Coupe, first registered on 24 November 1989.

Is WSU 458 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 458 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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