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B3 WRE

1996 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80 mi
Last recorded80 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 WRE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 80 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024
Pass 18 May 2018 330 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015
Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,363 miles

both rear anti-roll bar 'D' bush's have slight play

Fail 10 Sep 2010 19,363 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear anti-roll bar 'D' bush's have slight play

Pass 2 Jul 2009 18,361 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 18,360 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,327 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 18,327 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 15,809 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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B3 WRE is a 1996 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 B3 WRE, 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

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What year was B3 WRE registered?

B3 WRE is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is B3 WRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 WRE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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