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N736 BNB

1996 Ford Scorpio

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,302 mi
Last recorded104,302 miles
Recorded on29 May 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN736 BNB
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 May 2008 104,302 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front bumper damaged.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Off side front track control arm bush split allowing movement.

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 91,027 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 83,606 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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N736 BNB is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N736 BNB, 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 N736 BNB registered?

N736 BNB is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 29 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N736 BNB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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