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P990 KHJ

1996 Ford Scorpio

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,398 mi
Last recorded92,398 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 KHJ
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 92,398 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 89,534 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 86,090 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 83,205 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 79,269 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Nov 2013 79,269 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 75,476 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 71,801 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 71,749 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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 68,650 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 59,218 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 52,824 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 48,485 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 43,226 miles

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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P990 KHJ is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 107,364 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 P990 KHJ, 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 30 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P990 KHJ registered?

P990 KHJ is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P990 KHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P990 KHJ shows 14 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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