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LHZ 4343

2008 Ford Escape

Silver Other 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,167 mi
Last recorded121,167 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Escape90,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHZ 4343
MakeFord
ModelEscape
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 121,167 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 120,607 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 120,555 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 118,628 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 115,719 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2020 108,854 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 107,947 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 107,760 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 107,245 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escape?

Based on 2,747 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
8,941
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 42
fog lamp not working 38
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
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LHZ 4343 is a 2008 Ford Escape in Silver with a 3,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Escape models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 90,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escape fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LHZ 4343, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escape typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Escape is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHZ 4343 registered?

LHZ 4343 is a 2008 Ford Escape, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is LHZ 4343 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHZ 4343 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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