1988 Lincoln Town Car MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Town Car models manufactured in 1988, based on 38 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1988 Lincoln Town Car MOT Analysis
The 1988 Lincoln Town Car has an MOT pass rate of 81.6% based on 38 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,881 miles on the odometer. With a 18.4% failure rate, the 1988 Town Car is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1988 Lincoln Town Car is Tyres, responsible for 7.9% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions is the second most common issue at 2.6%.
Top failures specific to 1988 models only. The overall Town Car page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.9% | 3 |
| 2 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 46,881 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.68 | 7.9% | 3 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.56 | 2.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1988 Lincoln Town Car has an MOT pass rate of 81.6% based on 38 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,881 miles on the odometer. With a 18.4% failure rate, the 1988 Town Car is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1988 Lincoln Town Car, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 46,881 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 7.9% of failures
Tyres issues account for 7.9% of MOT failures on 1988 Lincoln Town Car models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 2.6% of failures
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 1988 Lincoln Town Car models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.