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S97 KEP

1998 Ford Maverick

Red Diesel 2663cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,703 mi
Last recorded121,703 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Maverick106,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 KEP
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,663cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 121,703 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded center main pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe slightly damaged center pipes corroded (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 116,565 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2015 116,564 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 108,875 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front cross member radiator support corroded

n/s inner lower sill corroded

o/s inner lower sill corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2013 105,289 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 103,201 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 103,201 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 96,715 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 95,264 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 91,574 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 91,574 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 89,648 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 86,506 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 83,731 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 80,728 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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S97 KEP is a 1998 Ford Maverick in Red with a 2,663cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 106,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S97 KEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Maverick is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S97 KEP registered?

S97 KEP is a 1998 Ford Maverick, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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