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T281 VAJ

1999 Ford Freda

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,072 mi
Last recorded101,072 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Ford Freda129,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT281 VAJ
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 101,072 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 101,062 miles

Offside Rear Brake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected axle leak leaking (1.1.21 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Pass 9 Apr 2025 93,516 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 85,211 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 76,776 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 68,211 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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T281 VAJ is a 1999 Ford Freda in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 129,166 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 T281 VAJ, 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 27 years old, this Ford Freda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T281 VAJ?

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What year was T281 VAJ registered?

T281 VAJ is a 1999 Ford Freda, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T281 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T281 VAJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T281 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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