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X973 ADG

2000 Ford Freda

Black Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

165,438 mi
Last recorded165,438 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Ford Freda124,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX973 ADG
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 165,438 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

brake pipes coated restricting inspection

deterioration to front nearside and offside anti-roll bar link joint dust covers

some corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

some perishing to rear tyres

Fail 13 Nov 2025 165,438 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam nearside and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam nearside and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

brake pipes coated restricting inspection

deterioration to front nearside and offside anti-roll bar link joint dust covers

some corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

some perishing to rear tyres

Pass 12 Nov 2024 163,287 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

some wear and perishing to tyres

Pass 22 Nov 2023 162,459 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 161,121 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 161,101 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in places/some corrosion to offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

some corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Pass 24 Nov 2020 161,093 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some corrosion in places (1.1.11 (c))

some corrosion to suspension components consistent with age

Pass 18 Nov 2019 160,937 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 154,766 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 150,623 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 142,190 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 40,079 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 140,061 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 26,971 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 118,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2013 118,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 112,425 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 104,275 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 104,275 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Oil leak

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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X973 ADG is a 2000 Ford Freda in Black with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 124,588 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 X973 ADG, 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 26 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 X973 ADG registered?

X973 ADG is a 2000 Ford Freda, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X973 ADG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X973 ADG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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