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M146 SOG

1995 Ford Escort

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

13,170 mi
Last recorded13,170 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM146 SOG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 13,170 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 9,882 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 9,882 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 7,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 7,025 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 1,258 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 1,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 97,660 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 97,660 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 92,275 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 87,721 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 82,032 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 75,438 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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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M146 SOG is a 1995 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M146 SOG, 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.

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What year was M146 SOG registered?

M146 SOG is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 June 1995.

Is M146 SOG safe to buy?

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