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DAZ 2800

1997 Ford Scorpio

Silver Petrol 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,729 mi
Last recorded87,729 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 2800
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 87,729 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 84,400 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 77,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2010 73,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

centre exhaust bracket is corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2009 58,284 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Mar 2009 58,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 46,860 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 43,496 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 43,496 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 40,297 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 40,297 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Scorpio?

Based on 105,492 MOT tests across 19,759 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,356
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
19,759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,112
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,799
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 6,622
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,370
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,115
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DAZ 2800 is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Silver with a 2,304cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 106,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Scorpio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DAZ 2800, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Scorpio typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAZ 2800 registered?

DAZ 2800 is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is DAZ 2800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAZ 2800 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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