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L123 RVW

1994 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,021 mi
Last recorded48,021 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2007
Typical for 1994 Ford Escort59,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL123 RVW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2007 48,021 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 48,015 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 45,648 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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L123 RVW is a 1994 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 59,013 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 L123 RVW, 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 32 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L123 RVW?

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What year was L123 RVW registered?

L123 RVW is a 1994 Ford Escort, first registered on 7 July 1994.

Is L123 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L123 RVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L123 RVW have outstanding finance?

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