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B19 UNB

1997 Ford Maverick

Black Petrol 2389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

135,077 mi
Last recorded135,077 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Maverick113,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 UNB
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 135,077 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 133,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 131,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 131,058 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake valve leaking Load Sensing Valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 126,786 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 120,815 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 113,639 miles

Nearside Front inner wing corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2019 111,449 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 111,448 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2016 111,374 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 111,369 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 105,709 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 99,426 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 94,983 miles

Battery insecure

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2010 94,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 94,976 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 94,895 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 94,730 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 94,572 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 94,467 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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B19 UNB is a 1997 Ford Maverick in Black with a 2,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 113,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B19 UNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Maverick is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B19 UNB registered?

B19 UNB is a 1997 Ford Maverick, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is B19 UNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 UNB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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