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M31 EGK

1995 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,525 mi
Last recorded40,525 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 EGK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 40,525 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 40,325 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 39,991 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 39,744 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 39,471 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 39,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,064 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 38,098 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 36,896 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front number plate cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2009 35,643 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,616 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 33,505 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 32,419 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.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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M31 EGK is a 1995 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 M31 EGK, 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 M31 EGK registered?

M31 EGK is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M31 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 EGK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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