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P504 RVF

1997 Ford Scorpio

White Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,393 mi
Last recorded94,393 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP504 RVF
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 94,393 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s/r side light not working 1 of 2

Pass 6 Aug 2013 93,516 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

front number plate slightly damaged

nearside rear outer sill some corrision

Pass 20 Aug 2012 89,974 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,075 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 12 Aug 2010 81,516 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 81,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 81,029 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 81,029 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2008 79,346 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 79,346 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 76,601 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 76,599 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)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 72,042 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres worn on inner edges

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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P504 RVF is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in White with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 106,063 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 P504 RVF, 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 29 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 P504 RVF registered?

P504 RVF is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P504 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P504 RVF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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