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R357 HGX

1998 Ford Scorpio

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,585 mi
Last recorded66,585 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR357 HGX
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 66,585 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,840 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 65,840 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 65,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 63,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 62,451 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 62,450 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 61,317 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 61,164 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 60,412 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 60,057 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 58,941 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 58,011 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 56,847 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 55,429 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 53,172 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 50,242 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R357 HGX is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R357 HGX, 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 R357 HGX registered?

R357 HGX is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R357 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R357 HGX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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