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DNZ 6177

1997 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,918 mi
Last recorded99,918 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 6177
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jan 2009 99,918 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s track rod end boot split

Pass 10 Jan 2009 99,918 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

o/s track rod end boot split

Fail 1 Sep 2008 99,114 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre near limmit

Pass 6 Sep 2007 96,180 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 92,648 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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DNZ 6177 is a 1997 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,516 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 DNZ 6177, 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 29 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 DNZ 6177 registered?

DNZ 6177 is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DNZ 6177 safe to buy?

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