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R707 FMV

1998 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

212,005 mi
Last recorded212,005 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR707 FMV
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 212,005 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 206,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2016 206,111 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 198,254 miles

nearside balljoint

outer sills corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2014 189,582 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 14 Feb 2014 189,582 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2013 182,439 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 175,221 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 166,765 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 158,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 158,077 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 150,565 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 142,307 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 132,444 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 132,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 122,776 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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R707 FMV is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R707 FMV, 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 R707 FMV registered?

R707 FMV is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R707 FMV safe to buy?

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