MOT Status
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60,074 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
both front brake pipes secured with cable ties
exhaust rubbers deteriated
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS
No cat fitted
center exhaust rubber mounts starting to split
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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L8 LVE is a 1996 Ford Escort in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 L8 LVE, 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 L8 LVE?
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What year was L8 LVE registered?
L8 LVE is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1996.
Is L8 LVE safe to buy?
The MOT history for L8 LVE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does L8 LVE have outstanding finance?
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