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P943 VCW

1996 Ford Maverick

Grey Diesel 2663cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,074 mi
Last recorded196,074 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Maverick114,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP943 VCW
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,663cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 196,074 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

o/s/f bump stop missing

Fail 24 Nov 2008 196,074 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

o/s/f bump stop missing

Pass 20 Nov 2007 181,611 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 181,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2006 167,821 miles

front brakes 25% out of balance

Pass 9 Nov 2005 151,151 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight play steering joints

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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P943 VCW is a 1996 Ford Maverick in Grey with a 2,663cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 114,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P943 VCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Ford Maverick is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P943 VCW registered?

P943 VCW is a 1996 Ford Maverick, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is P943 VCW safe to buy?

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