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L222 DPG

2009 Ford Freda

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

188,536 mi
Last recorded188,536 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Freda126,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL222 DPG
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 188,536 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 188,213 miles

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 182,726 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 180,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 177,891 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 177,870 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 174,176 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 171,542 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 166,666 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 161,148 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 154,635 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 144,715 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 138,087 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Surface Rust Underside

Pass 24 Jul 2013 129,091 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 128,703 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front track rod ends gater perishing

Pass 25 Jul 2012 114,753 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 106,270 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 94,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 91,213 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 91,213 miles

Centre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009
Fail 16 Mar 2009 88,957 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Ford Freda?

Based on 28,175 MOT tests across 1,491 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,107
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,491
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 755
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 745
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 686
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 467
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L222 DPG is a 2009 Ford Freda in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2009 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 126,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Freda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L222 DPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Freda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Freda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L222 DPG is a 2009 Ford Freda, first registered on 18 March 2009.

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