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J40 JWS

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,370 mi
Last recorded44,370 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 JWS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 44,370 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 42,606 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 39,080 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 37,301 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 33,867 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 33,414 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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J40 JWS is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J40 JWS, 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 J40 JWS registered?

J40 JWS is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is J40 JWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 JWS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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