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DRS 145K

2005 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Escort63,033 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 145K
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2019
Fail 22 May 2019

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 79,519 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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DRS 145K is a 2005 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 63,033 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 DRS 145K, 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 21 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DRS 145K registered?

DRS 145K is a 2005 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is DRS 145K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 145K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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