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R246 KFL

1998 Ford Scorpio

Blue Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,221 mi
Last recorded23,221 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 KFL
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2008 23,221 miles

correct number plates fitted at time of test

n/s front tyre light cutting on tread

Pass 19 Jan 2007 22,720 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 21,426 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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R246 KFL is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests 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 R246 KFL, 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 R246 KFL registered?

R246 KFL is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R246 KFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 KFL shows 3 tests 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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