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SOR 193S

1997 Ford Econoline

White Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,698 mi
Last recorded39,698 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Ford Econoline69,221 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 193S
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 39,698 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front body mounting rubber is deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,586 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 39,585 miles

lift in offside front king pin

Pass 13 Nov 2015 39,587 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

lift detected in both front kingpins

Pass 14 Feb 2013 39,585 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 39,585 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 39,585 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 39,586 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 39,595 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 40,428 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 39,600 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 39,600 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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SOR 193S is a 1997 Ford Econoline in White with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Econoline models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 69,221 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOR 193S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Econoline is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SOR 193S registered?

SOR 193S is a 1997 Ford Econoline, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is SOR 193S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 193S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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