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G273 WVW

1989 Ford Scorpio

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,078 mi
Last recorded115,078 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Ford Scorpio119,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG273 WVW
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2006 115,078 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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G273 WVW is a 1989 Ford Scorpio in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 119,567 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 G273 WVW, 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 37 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G273 WVW registered?

G273 WVW is a 1989 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G273 WVW safe to buy?

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