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M2 MEJ

1996 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

67,236 mi
Last recorded67,236 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 MEJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 67,236 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 66,254 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 65,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box rusty

Fail 23 Jun 2023 65,896 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 6 May 2022 65,523 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear wheel slightly binding

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above the axel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2018 65,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 65,152 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 65,152 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 64,946 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 64,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 64,815 miles

offside rear chassis corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,777 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Slight corrosion OSR chassis

Pass 31 May 2012 64,681 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 63,030 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 31 May 2011 63,006 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 622,025 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 61,221 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 61,221 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2008 56,949 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 56,941 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 53,232 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 47,725 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 47,725 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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M2 MEJ is a 1996 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 M2 MEJ, 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.

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What year was M2 MEJ registered?

M2 MEJ is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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