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215 AOK

1998 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,261 mi
Last recorded58,261 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration215 AOK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 58,261 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 58,211 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 57,356 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 56,001 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 54,673 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 53,238 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 51,627 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,735 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 49,735 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 47,954 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 46,173 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,937 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 42,372 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 40,735 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 39,015 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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215 AOK is a 1998 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 63,332 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 215 AOK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 215 AOK registered?

215 AOK is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is 215 AOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 215 AOK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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