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F20 RSX

1996 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,927 mi
Last recorded60,927 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 RSX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 60,927 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 60,411 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 57,730 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 57,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 55,158 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 52,469 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 52,445 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 48,929 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 48,897 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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Pass 22 Sep 2006 43,996 miles

ADVISE EXHAUST BACK BOX AND ENGINE OIL LEAK

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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F20 RSX is a 1996 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F20 RSX, 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 F20 RSX registered?

F20 RSX is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is F20 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F20 RSX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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