1988 Ford F150 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for F150 models manufactured in 1988, based on 57 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1988 Ford F150 MOT Analysis
The 1988 Ford F150 has an MOT pass rate of 84.2% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 60,648 miles on the odometer. With a 15.8% failure rate, the 1988 F150 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1988 Ford F150 is Suspension, responsible for 21.1% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 1988 models only. The overall F150 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 21.1% | 12 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 60,648 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3.47 | 21.1% | 12 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1988 Ford F150 has an MOT pass rate of 84.2% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 60,648 miles on the odometer. With a 15.8% failure rate, the 1988 F150 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1988 Ford F150, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 60,648 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 21.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 21.1% of MOT failures on 1988 Ford F150 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.