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DLZ 1006

1997 Ford Scorpio

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,041 mi
Last recorded127,041 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 1006
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2010 127,041 miles

o/s/rear wheel arch corroding

sills corroding

Pass 1 Apr 2008 126,858 miles

sills corroding

Fail 14 Mar 2008 126,858 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

sills corroding

Pass 14 Oct 2006 123,504 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 113,147 miles

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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DLZ 1006 is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DLZ 1006, 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

How do I check the history of DLZ 1006?

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What year was DLZ 1006 registered?

DLZ 1006 is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is DLZ 1006 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 1006 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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