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R516 LVE

1998 Ford Freda

White Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

134,343 mi
Last recorded134,343 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ford Freda143,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 LVE
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 134,343 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 134,342 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 133,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2023 133,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 133,561 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 126,594 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 126,593 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 120,098 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 103,284 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 82,544 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 62,891 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 62,888 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle side door (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 58,359 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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R516 LVE is a 1998 Ford Freda in White with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 143,965 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R516 LVE, 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 28 years old, this Ford Freda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R516 LVE?

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What year was R516 LVE registered?

R516 LVE is a 1998 Ford Freda, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R516 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R516 LVE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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