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A10 UDS

1998 Ford Escort

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,000 mi
Last recorded46,000 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 UDS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 46,000 miles

Engine stabaliser mount weak

Fail 19 Aug 2011 46,000 miles

Engine stabaliser mount weak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 45,320 miles

Engine mount weak

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 45,320 miles

Engine mount weak

Pass 4 Jun 2009 44,916 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 44,916 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 2 Aug 2007 44,354 miles

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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A10 UDS is a 1998 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A10 UDS, 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.

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What year was A10 UDS registered?

A10 UDS is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is A10 UDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 UDS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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