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R973 ETL

1998 Ford Scorpio

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,323 mi
Last recorded62,323 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Scorpio103,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 ETL
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2026 62,323 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 61,707 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 60,836 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 59,005 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 56,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 56,169 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 56,117 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 56,003 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 55,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 55,042 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 54,662 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 54,273 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 53,862 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 53,706 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 53,532 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 53,253 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 53,020 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 52,744 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 50,848 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 49,243 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 48,728 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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R973 ETL is a 1998 Ford Scorpio in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R973 ETL, 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

How do I check the history of R973 ETL?

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What year was R973 ETL registered?

R973 ETL is a 1998 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R973 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R973 ETL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R973 ETL have outstanding finance?

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