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A16 SKM

1995 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,204 mi
Last recorded135,204 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2010
Typical for 1995 Ford Scorpio105,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 SKM
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2010 135,204 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight play offside of steering rack

Fail 24 Jun 2010 135,030 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight play offside of steering rack

Pass 5 Jun 2009 130,261 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 130,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 126,661 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 126,656 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play o/s of the steering rack

Pass 26 Jun 2007 124,892 miles

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

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

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2006 123,989 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 123,095 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Scorpio?

Based on 105,492 MOT tests across 19,759 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,356
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
19,759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,112
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,799
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 6,622
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,370
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,115
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A16 SKM is a 1995 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 105,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Scorpio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 SKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Scorpio typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 SKM registered?

A16 SKM is a 1995 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 11 September 1995.

Is A16 SKM safe to buy?

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