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P844 DFR

1996 Ford Freda

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

255,120 mi
Last recorded255,120 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Ford Freda132,811 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP844 DFR
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 255,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 254,787 miles
Fail 22 May 2017

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 253,357 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive w/arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 252,192 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Underbody of vehicle is corroded

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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P844 DFR is a 1996 Ford Freda in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 132,811 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 P844 DFR, 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 30 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 P844 DFR registered?

P844 DFR is a 1996 Ford Freda, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P844 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P844 DFR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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