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BEN 130V

1996 Ford Escort

Purple Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,843 mi
Last recorded70,843 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEN 130V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 70,843 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 69,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 69,138 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 67,940 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 67,026 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 66,947 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 66,724 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 65,629 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 65,457 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 63,352 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 62,467 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 61,653 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 59,625 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 59,625 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 47,158 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 53,120 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 50,256 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 47,137 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 47,137 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2006 46,623 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 43,202 miles

oil leak

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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BEN 130V is a 1996 Ford Escort in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BEN 130V, 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 BEN 130V?

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What year was BEN 130V registered?

BEN 130V is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is BEN 130V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEN 130V shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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