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T983 XDL

1999 Ford Freda

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

76,830 mi
Last recorded76,830 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Ford Freda129,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT983 XDL
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 76,830 miles

Offside Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))

all tyres 11 years old

inner and outer sills corroded

suspension components corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2026 76,828 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))

all tyres 11 years old

inner and outer sills corroded

suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2023 75,506 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both inner sills corroded

front brake discs corroded

front crossmember slightly holed and corroded

offside rear outer sill holed and corroded

Fail 14 Dec 2023 75,506 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

both inner sills corroded

front brake discs corroded

front crossmember slightly holed and corroded

offside rear outer sill holed and corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2022 71,770 miles

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated mounting not fitted, hose secured with a strap (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 71,678 miles

Emissions not tested major leak of gas (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure fixings broken, out of alignment (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated mounting not fitted, hose secured with a strap (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 69,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 69,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 58,329 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 57,642 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 54,275 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 53,434 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2017 53,434 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 52,499 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 51,225 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 51,225 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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T983 XDL is a 1999 Ford Freda in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T983 XDL, 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

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What year was T983 XDL registered?

T983 XDL is a 1999 Ford Freda, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T983 XDL safe to buy?

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