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AKZ 7208

1998 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,573 mi
Last recorded89,573 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 7208
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 89,573 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 79,851 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 79,845 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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AKZ 7208 is a 1998 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AKZ 7208, 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 AKZ 7208 registered?

AKZ 7208 is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 November 1998.

Is AKZ 7208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 7208 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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