MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,701 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Interior mirror not fitted
Oil leak
Steering wheel rim damaged but not affecting operation or control
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Interior mirror not fitted
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Oil leak
Spare tyre defective
Steering wheel rim damaged but not affecting operation or control
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HLZ 2216 is a 1996 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 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 HLZ 2216, 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
How do I check the history of HLZ 2216?
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What year was HLZ 2216 registered?
HLZ 2216 is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1996.
Is HLZ 2216 safe to buy?
The MOT history for HLZ 2216 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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