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P770 FJB

1997 Ford Scorpio

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,924 mi
Last recorded122,924 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP770 FJB
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2009 122,924 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2009 122,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 116,978 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 116,977 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2007 108,847 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 108,147 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 100,941 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 100,940 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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P770 FJB is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P770 FJB, 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 P770 FJB registered?

P770 FJB is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P770 FJB safe to buy?

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