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P582 MHK

1997 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,897 mi
Last recorded56,897 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP582 MHK
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 56,897 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 56,890 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 56,824 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 56,759 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 56,718 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 56,681 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 56,681 miles

Emissions not tested OVERHEATING (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 56,639 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 56,546 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 56,442 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 56,442 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 55,657 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 55,603 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 55,473 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 55,346 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 55,274 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 54,455 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 53,895 miles

offside front tyre inner edge of tread worn

offside front tyre outer edge of tyre tread deep cracks and in poor condition

Pass 16 Oct 2007 53,765 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 53,413 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 53,413 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P582 MHK is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P582 MHK, 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

How do I check the history of P582 MHK?

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What year was P582 MHK registered?

P582 MHK is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P582 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P582 MHK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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