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ESU 397

1992 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,107 mi
Last recorded83,107 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2009
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 397
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2009 83,107 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 82,969 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 81,521 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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ESU 397 is a 1992 Ford Escort in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 ESU 397, 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 34 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESU 397?

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What year was ESU 397 registered?

ESU 397 is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 October 1992.

Is ESU 397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 397 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 397 have outstanding finance?

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