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N344 DMH

1996 Ford Scorpio

Purple Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,841 mi
Last recorded112,841 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN344 DMH
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2015 112,841 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 112,841 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 111,416 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 11,085 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 11,085 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 109,386 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 106,465 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 10,409 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 103,180 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2008 101,918 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 98,121 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 98,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 May 2006 88,878 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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N344 DMH is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Purple with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N344 DMH, 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 N344 DMH registered?

N344 DMH is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N344 DMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N344 DMH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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