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OBZ 4995

2001 Ford Scorpio

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,848 mi
Last recorded155,848 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBZ 4995
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2007 155,848 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 155,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 150,223 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 142,460 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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OBZ 4995 is a 2001 Ford Scorpio in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OBZ 4995, 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 25 years old, this Ford Scorpio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBZ 4995 registered?

OBZ 4995 is a 2001 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is OBZ 4995 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBZ 4995 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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