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R518 MDG

1998 Ford Scorpio

Green Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

173,731 mi
Last recorded173,731 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR518 MDG
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 173,731 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all of underside vehicle corroded (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 171,088 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 170,281 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 168,035 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

all metal fuel pipes

Pass 6 Aug 2013 166,628 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

all metal fuel pipes corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2012 165,042 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 161,845 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 159,168 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 156,123 miles

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 156,123 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 15,216 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 146,108 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 139,954 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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R518 MDG is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Green with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R518 MDG, 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 R518 MDG registered?

R518 MDG is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R518 MDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R518 MDG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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