Ford Gt40 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 511 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ford Gt40 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ford Gt40 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 511 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% and a failure rate of 10.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ford Gt40 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Ford Gt40 presents for MOT with approximately 12,064 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1966 models achieve the highest pass rate at 95.6%, while 1965 models have the lowest at 86.7%. This 8.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Ford Gt40 is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 10.0% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Suspension at 4.9%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 3.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 16.1% | 82 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.8% | 40 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.9% | 25 |
| 4 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.1% | 16 |
| 5 | Steering | 2.3% | 12 |
| 6 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 8 |
| 7 | Tyres | 1.4% | 7 |
| 8 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.2% | 6 |
| 9 | Road Wheels | 0.4% | 2 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 2 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 0.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.4% | 2 |
| 13 | Visibility | 0.2% | 1 |
| 14 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,064 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 13.31 | 16.1% | 82 |
| Suspension | 6.49 | 7.8% | 40 |
| Brakes | 4.06 | 4.9% | 25 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 2.60 | 3.1% | 16 |
| Steering | 1.95 | 2.3% | 12 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 1.30 | 1.6% | 8 |
| Tyres | 1.14 | 1.4% | 7 |
| Visibility | 1.13 | 1.4% | 7 |
| Wheels | 0.32 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.32 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.32 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.32 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.16 | 0.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ford Gt40 has 12,064 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ford Gt40 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.62% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ford Gt40 MOT Data
The Ford Gt40 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 511 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% and a failure rate of 10.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ford Gt40 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Gt40 is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 10.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Ford Gt40. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 4.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on the Ford Gt40. 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.
Brakes — 3.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 3.9% of MOT failures on the Ford Gt40. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Gt40?
Based on 511 MOT tests in our database, the Ford Gt40 has an overall pass rate of 89.6% (10.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Gt40?
The top 3 reasons a Ford Gt40 fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%), 2. Suspension (4.9%), 3. Brakes (3.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ford Gt40 reliable?
With a 10.4% MOT failure rate, the Gt40 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ford Gt40?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%); Suspension (4.9%); Brakes (3.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.