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P555 DOD

1997 Ford Freda

Maroon Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

78,680 mi
Last recorded78,680 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Freda128,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP555 DOD
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 78,680 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 78,445 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS rack - slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 78,412 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS rack - slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 76,667 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 76,667 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 75,316 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 75,316 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Body not fully secure backing sill (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 75,148 miles

under side of vehicle is undersealed

Fail 9 Jul 2019 75,145 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2015 74,991 miles

Nearside Rear brake bind. pads appear low

Nearside Rear tyre edge wear

general corrosion.

Fail 7 Oct 2015 74,991 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets weak. (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake bind. pads appear low

Nearside Rear tyre edge wear

general corrosion.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 74,579 miles

Nearside rear tyre edges worn & cracked

Fail 3 Sep 2014 74,579 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre edges worn & cracked

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 74,248 miles

Brakes have some minor bind.

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 74,112 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 74,112 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brakes appear to have some bind.

Pass 16 Sep 2011 73,628 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 72,184 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 67,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 61,459 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 54,254 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 46,625 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 46,625 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Ford Freda?

Based on 28,175 MOT tests across 1,491 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,107
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,491
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 755
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 745
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 686
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 467
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P555 DOD is a 1997 Ford Freda in Maroon with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1997 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 128,110 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 Freda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P555 DOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Freda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Freda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P555 DOD registered?

P555 DOD is a 1997 Ford Freda, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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