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KIJ 5522

1996 Ford Scorpio

Purple Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,195 mi
Last recorded25,195 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Scorpio107,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIJ 5522
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 25,195 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 25,029 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 25,029 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Pass 21 May 2008 24,945 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 22,908 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 20,905 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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KIJ 5522 is a 1996 Ford Scorpio in Purple with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 107,364 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 KIJ 5522, 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 30 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KIJ 5522?

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What year was KIJ 5522 registered?

KIJ 5522 is a 1996 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is KIJ 5522 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIJ 5522 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.

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