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R171 LHP

1998 Ford Scorpio

Blue Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,990 mi
Last recorded132,990 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 LHP
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2022 132,990 miles

Central exhaust corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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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R171 LHP is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R171 LHP, 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

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What year was R171 LHP registered?

R171 LHP is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R171 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R171 LHP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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