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CSK 974

2016 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,394 mi
Last recorded72,394 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2016 Ford Escort39,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSK 974
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 72,394 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2018 72,392 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak engine ()

Oil leak gearbox ()

Pass 5 May 2017 72,371 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

oil leak nearside rear axle

Fail 3 May 2017 72,370 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

oil leak nearside rear axle

Pass 24 Feb 2016 71,509 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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CSK 974 is a 2016 Ford Escort in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2016 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 39,154 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 CSK 974, 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 10 years old, this Ford Escort is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CSK 974 registered?

CSK 974 is a 2016 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 2016.

Is CSK 974 safe to buy?

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