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CAZ 9424

1996 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,370 mi
Last recorded2,370 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 9424
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2009 2,370 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 2,370 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 1,683 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 1,683 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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CAZ 9424 is a 1996 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CAZ 9424, 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 CAZ 9424 registered?

CAZ 9424 is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is CAZ 9424 safe to buy?

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