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R596 JBA

1998 Ford Freda

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,792 mi
Last recorded56,792 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Freda143,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR596 JBA
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2012 56,792 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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R596 JBA is a 1998 Ford Freda in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R596 JBA, 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.

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What year was R596 JBA registered?

R596 JBA is a 1998 Ford Freda, first registered on 10 January 1998.

Is R596 JBA safe to buy?

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