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M135 UMU

1995 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,471 mi
Last recorded73,471 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM135 UMU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 73,471 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 65,601 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,701 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 54,632 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 50,108 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

handbrake weak

Fail 16 Jan 2013 50,108 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

handbrake weak

Fail 9 Jan 2012 42,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 42,656 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 38,092 miles

wiper blades ends starting to split

Fail 8 Dec 2009 37,711 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,711 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 37,202 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 36,389 miles

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 2 Jan 2007 35,327 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 33,695 miles

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

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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M135 UMU is a 1995 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 61,362 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 M135 UMU, 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 31 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M135 UMU registered?

M135 UMU is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 January 1995.

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