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R121 ORR

1998 Ford Scorpio

Silver Lpg 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,573 mi
Last recorded156,573 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 ORR
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2006 156,573 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 156,430 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

Offside Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

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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R121 ORR is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Silver with a 2,295cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 103,188 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 R121 ORR, 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 28 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 R121 ORR?

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What year was R121 ORR registered?

R121 ORR is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R121 ORR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 ORR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R121 ORR have outstanding finance?

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