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S417 BNT

1998 Ford Freda

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,913 mi
Last recorded140,913 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Ford Freda143,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS417 BNT
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 140,913 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 137,578 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 133,261 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 126,614 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 124,933 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Freda?

Based on 28,175 MOT tests across 1,491 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,107
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,491
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 755
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 745
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 686
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 467
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S417 BNT is a 1998 Ford Freda in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 143,965 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Freda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S417 BNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Freda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Freda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S417 BNT registered?

S417 BNT is a 1998 Ford Freda, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S417 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S417 BNT shows 5 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 S417 BNT have outstanding finance?

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