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S388 JHG

1999 Ford Scorpio

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,885 mi
Last recorded50,885 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Ford Scorpio88,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS388 JHG
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 50,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 48,663 miles

O/S AND N/S SILES STARTING TO COROED OUTER

Pass 22 Sep 2009 45,992 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,931 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 40,123 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 37,164 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 37,164 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 33,859 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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S388 JHG is a 1999 Ford Scorpio in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 88,476 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 S388 JHG, 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 27 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 S388 JHG?

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What year was S388 JHG registered?

S388 JHG is a 1999 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 13 January 1999.

Is S388 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S388 JHG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S388 JHG have outstanding finance?

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