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N221 GVX

1996 Ford Scorpio

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,053 mi
Last recorded127,053 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2005
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 GVX
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2005 127,053 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 127,053 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Coolant warning lamp on Dashboard

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear bumper cracked

Several stone chips in windscreen

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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N221 GVX is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N221 GVX, 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

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What year was N221 GVX registered?

N221 GVX is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N221 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 GVX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N221 GVX have outstanding finance?

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