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R83 CHW

1997 Ford Scorpio

Blue Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,272 mi
Last recorded44,272 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 CHW
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 44,272 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 44,123 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 44,118 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 43,728 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 43,516 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 43,294 miles

front brake balance

Fail 17 Aug 2016 43,294 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake balance

Pass 11 Aug 2015 40,760 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 40,760 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 40,611 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,587 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 36,840 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2008 35,961 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,356 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 281,096 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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R83 CHW is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 106,063 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 R83 CHW, 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 29 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R83 CHW registered?

R83 CHW is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 10 December 1997.

Is R83 CHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 CHW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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