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R342 TAC

2008 Ford Freda

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,219 mi
Last recorded159,219 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Freda134,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 TAC
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2014 159,219 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 158,806 miles

Oil leak

both front brake discs corroded on inner face

no emissions detected

Pass 22 Aug 2012 157,435 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 155,227 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

parking brake performance only just meets required standards

spare tyre perrished

Pass 28 Jun 2010 245 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2009 150,514 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 147,068 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Freda?

Based on 28,175 MOT tests across 1,491 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,107
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,491
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 755
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 745
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 686
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 467
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R342 TAC is a 2008 Ford Freda in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 134,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Freda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R342 TAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Freda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Freda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R342 TAC registered?

R342 TAC is a 2008 Ford Freda, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is R342 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 TAC shows 7 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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