27 Model Years Analyzed
Ford Thunderbird
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1956-2020), based on 75 DVSA recorded tests.
86.7%
Average Pass Rate
27
Model Years
0k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2002 Ford Thunderbird MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
3 tests
1 tests
3 tests
3 tests
3 tests
1 tests
9 tests
9 tests
6 tests
11 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
1 tests
3 tests
4 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- 2Stop lamps all missing or inoperative
- 3A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 4Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 5A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Ford Thunderbird?
The Ford Thunderbird has an average 86.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1956 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Thunderbird?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Ford Thunderbird across all years are: a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, stop lamps all missing or inoperative, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Ford Thunderbird year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Ford Thunderbird model years.