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G496 SDS

1990 Ford Scorpio

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,251 mi
Last recorded179,251 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2006
Typical for 1990 Ford Scorpio122,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG496 SDS
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2006 179,251 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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G496 SDS is a 1990 Ford Scorpio in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 122,136 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 G496 SDS, 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 36 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G496 SDS registered?

G496 SDS is a 1990 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 2 March 1990.

Is G496 SDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G496 SDS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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