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R226 SUD

1998 Ford Scorpio

Purple Lpg 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,258 mi
Last recorded130,258 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 SUD
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 130,258 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

play in steering rack both sides

Fail 17 Nov 2009 130,256 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

play in steering rack both sides

Pass 29 Oct 2008 121,520 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 111,958 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 98,932 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 85,858 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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R226 SUD is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Purple with a 2,300cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R226 SUD, 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.

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What year was R226 SUD registered?

R226 SUD is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R226 SUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 SUD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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