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X973 VJN

2000 Ford Lincoln

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,057 mi
Last recorded141,057 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Lincoln132,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX973 VJN
MakeFord
ModelLincoln
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 141,057 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 140,100 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 140,100 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 128,533 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 123,988 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

sill covers fitted.

Pass 19 Apr 2011 123,488 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

airbag light on

Fail 8 Apr 2011 123,477 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

airbag light on

Pass 9 Dec 2009 115,293 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 100,636 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 89,673 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 75,742 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Lincoln?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
3,736
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Brake pipe excessively corroded 93
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 92
parking brake recording little or no effort 74
fog lamp not working 50
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X973 VJN is a 2000 Ford Lincoln in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Ford Lincoln models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 132,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Lincoln fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X973 VJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Lincoln typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 26 years old, this Ford Lincoln is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X973 VJN registered?

X973 VJN is a 2000 Ford Lincoln, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X973 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X973 VJN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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