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N126 LGH

1996 Ford Scorpio

Purple Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,933 mi
Last recorded69,933 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN126 LGH
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2008 69,933 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 66,581 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 57,344 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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N126 LGH is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Purple with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 107,364 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 N126 LGH, 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 30 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 N126 LGH?

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What year was N126 LGH registered?

N126 LGH is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 14 February 1996.

Is N126 LGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N126 LGH shows 3 tests 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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