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IUI 5549

1997 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

22,158 mi
Last recorded22,158 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIUI 5549
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2006 22,158 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

number plates peeling

o/s/f tyre low on tread(3mm)+n/s/r wearing on edges

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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IUI 5549 is a 1997 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,516 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 IUI 5549, 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 29 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 IUI 5549?

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What year was IUI 5549 registered?

IUI 5549 is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is IUI 5549 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IUI 5549 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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