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R104 UER

1998 Ford Taurus

Green Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,824 mi
Last recorded123,824 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Ford Taurus85,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR104 UER
MakeFord
ModelTaurus
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2007 123,824 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 115,269 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 115,269 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Taurus?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
position lamp(s) not working 31
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
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R104 UER is a 1998 Ford Taurus in Green with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Taurus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 85,468 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 Taurus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R104 UER, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Taurus typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Taurus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R104 UER?

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What year was R104 UER registered?

R104 UER is a 1998 Ford Taurus, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R104 UER safe to buy?

The MOT history for R104 UER shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R104 UER have outstanding finance?

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