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DSL 197

2000 Lincoln Continental

Blue Petrol 7000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,038 mi
Last recorded62,038 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2010
Typical for 2000 Lincoln Continental56,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSL 197
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2010 62,038 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 62,015 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 61,506 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 60,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 59,420 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 59,420 miles

How Reliable is the Lincoln Continental?

Based on 1,121 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
476
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 29
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
brake binding 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22
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DSL 197 is a 2000 Lincoln Continental in Blue with a 7,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lincoln Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 56,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lincoln Continental fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSL 197, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lincoln Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 26 years old, this Lincoln Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DSL 197?

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What year was DSL 197 registered?

DSL 197 is a 2000 Lincoln Continental, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is DSL 197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSL 197 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSL 197 have outstanding finance?

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