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R821 FJN

1998 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,648 mi
Last recorded92,648 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 FJN
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 92,648 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 90,159 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 87,590 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 84,218 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 84,218 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 80,872 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 78,127 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 78,125 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 74,649 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 66,420 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 62,462 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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R821 FJN is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R821 FJN, 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 R821 FJN registered?

R821 FJN is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 26 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R821 FJN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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