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P123 TDX

1997 Ford Taurus

White Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,272 mi
Last recorded68,272 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Taurus133,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 TDX
MakeFord
ModelTaurus
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2008 68,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 68,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 66,758 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Ford Taurus?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
position lamp(s) not working 31
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
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P123 TDX is a 1997 Ford Taurus in White with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Taurus models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 133,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Taurus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P123 TDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Taurus typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Taurus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P123 TDX registered?

P123 TDX is a 1997 Ford Taurus, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P123 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 TDX 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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