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B13 ESC

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,415 mi
Last recorded42,415 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 ESC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 42,415 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 42,157 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 42,079 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 41,913 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 41,902 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 41,849 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 41,673 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 41,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2008 41,054 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 39,859 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 39,859 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 38,582 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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B13 ESC is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 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 B13 ESC, 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B13 ESC?

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What year was B13 ESC registered?

B13 ESC is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is B13 ESC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 ESC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B13 ESC have outstanding finance?

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