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M305 WFR

1995 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,501 mi
Last recorded78,501 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM305 WFR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2018 78,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jun 2017 74,748 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,500 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seatbelt

corrosion on offside and nearside sills

Pass 22 Jun 2015 64,664 miles

corrosion on offside and nearside rear chassis legs

Pass 29 Apr 2014 56,441 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 47,223 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,710 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 34,423 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 33,587 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 32,765 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 31,883 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 31,001 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 29,519 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 29,519 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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M305 WFR is a 1995 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M305 WFR, 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 M305 WFR registered?

M305 WFR is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M305 WFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M305 WFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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