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AM57 PKZ

2008 Ford Escape

Red Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,436 mi
Last recorded112,436 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Escape90,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 PKZ
MakeFord
ModelEscape
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 112,436 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 112,436 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 102,594 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 102,594 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Ford Escape?

Based on 2,747 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
8,941
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 42
fog lamp not working 38
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
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AM57 PKZ is a 2008 Ford Escape in Red with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Ford Escape models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 90,516 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 Escape fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM57 PKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escape typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Escape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM57 PKZ registered?

AM57 PKZ is a 2008 Ford Escape, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AM57 PKZ safe to buy?

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