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G3 PGL

1998 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,769 mi
Last recorded35,769 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 PGL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 35,769 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jul 2015 34,702 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 34,094 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 33,506 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 31,973 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 29,952 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

front flexi ferrals corroding

o/s/f tyre outer wall slightly perrished

Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,952 miles

front flexi ferrals corroding

o/s/f tyre outer wall slightly perrished

Pass 26 Jan 2010 29,922 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 29,406 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 29,030 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish and crack on sidewalls MONITOR

Pass 3 Jan 2007 28,574 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 27,855 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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G3 PGL is a 1998 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 63,332 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 G3 PGL, 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 28 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G3 PGL registered?

G3 PGL is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 August 1998.

Is G3 PGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 PGL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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