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J835 VVP

1992 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,300 mi
Last recorded178,300 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2008
Typical for 1992 Ford Scorpio122,345 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ835 VVP
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2008 178,300 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 173,884 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 165,972 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 165,972 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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J835 VVP is a 1992 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 122,345 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 J835 VVP, 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 34 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 J835 VVP registered?

J835 VVP is a 1992 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 14 April 1992.

Is J835 VVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J835 VVP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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